Paisley Museum and Art Galleries

Sir Peter Coats

Paisley Museum and Art Galleries which incorporates Paisley Library was gifted to the town of Paisley in 1871 by Sir Peter Coats.
The architect was John Honeyman and it is in Greek Iconic style. It has been extended on several occasions since. The Museum and Art Gallery house many fine exhibits ranging from local natural history to its world famous collection of Paisley Pattern Shawls.

Paisley Pattern Shawl   John Honeyman  Paisley Museum and Art Galleries

**Paisley Museum and Art Galleries** are currently closed for refurbishment and is due to reopen late 2022. The museum and public art galleries are located on the High Street of the town.

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Paisley Museum and Art Galleries

The Museum and Art Gallery which incorporates Paisley Library was gifted to the town of Paisley in 1871 by Sir Peter Coats. The abuilding has been extended on several occasions since. It is in Greek Iconic style. John Honeyman was the Architect. The Museum and Art Gallery houses many fine and interesting exhibits ranging from local natural history to its world famous collection of Paisley Pattern Shawls.