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Mackintosh Exhibition

The man, the masterpiece

“The building was always
intended to be built.”

Graham Roxburgh, Consulting Engineer

Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1901 but only completed almost a century later, we invite you to explore this architectural marvel, a faultless fusion of Art Nouveau, intricate design and symbolic motifs.

Learn about why the building was initially designed and how, finally, unwavering dreams and sheer determination brought the House for an Art Lover that we know and love today to this incredible city.

The Mackintosh Exhibition Tour takes you on a fascinating journey through time, beyond the building and into the mind of a genius.

Charles Rennie Mackintosh

Who was Charles Rennie Mackintosh? Where and to whom did he turn for inspiration? How do you interpret his designs and often hidden messages? House for an Art Lover is yours to discover along with a story that, with ongoing research and often with your input, is still unfolding today.

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Dumbreck Road will be closed to traffic in both directions between Nithsdale Road and Dalkeith Avenue from 8am on Monday 2nd November until 6am on Wednesday 11th November 2026 to allow resurfacing works to take place.

Please note that House for an Art Lover car parks are still accessible from the Dalkeith Avenue end of Dumbreck Road throughout the works.
Dumbreck Road will be closed to traffic in both directions between Nithsdale Road and Dalkeith Avenue from 8am on Monday 2nd November until 6am on Wednesday 11th November 2026 to allow resurfacing works to take place.

Please note that House for an Art Lover car parks are still accessible from the Dalkeith Avenue end of Dumbreck Road throughout the works.