Glasgow Museum of Transport, Pollokshields 1977

The Glasgow Museum of Transport has been a key institution preserving the city?s rich transport heritage through several locations over its history. It originally opened in 1964 in Pollokshields, within the former Coplawhill tram depot on Albert Drive. This site was chosen following the closure of Glasgow?s tram system in 1962, and the repurposed tram depot gave visitors a fascinating glimpse into the city?s industrial and transport past.

After nearly 25 years in Pollokshields, the museum relocated in 1988 to the Kelvin Hall in Glasgow?s West End. The Kelvin Hall, a grand exhibition venue built in 1927, was renovated to accommodate the growing collection of vehicles and transport artifacts. This move provided a larger, more accessible space for displays ranging from vintage cars and bicycles to trams and locomotives.

In 2011, the museum underwent its most significant transformation by moving to the striking new Riverside Museum on the banks of the River Clyde. Designed by the internationally acclaimed architect Zaha Hadid, the Riverside Museum offers a modern, interactive experience, housing over 3,000 objects related to transport and travel. The building?s dynamic design and engaging exhibits bring Glasgow?s transport history vividly to life for visitors of all ages.