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Glasgow Green, Empire and the Clyde

Wed 14 Oct · 12:30

People's Palace

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About This Event

This walking tour on October 14, 2026 at 12:30 PM at People's Palace in Glasgow promises an engaging exploration of how Glasgow Green and its surroundings have been shaped by the city's historical connections to slavery and empire. The free event will feature a range of performers sharing insights into this often overlooked aspect of Glasgow’s past, offering attendees a unique perspective on the city’s complex history.

This walking tour will explore the ways Glasgow Green and it's surrounding areas have been impacted by Glasgow’s links to slavery and empire

This walking tour will explore the ways Glasgow Green and it's surrounding areas have been impacted by Glasgow’s links to slavery and empire. Led by Nelson Cummins, Senior Curator.

This tour will take place outside and the route has minimal shelter so please come prepared for Glasgow weather.

ACCESSIBILITY: The tour of Glasgow Green is a relatively short walk (it covers about 1 mile or so all within the green) but does involve a lot of standing. If BSL interpretation or audio description would be helpful please let us know. It can take time to book interpreters so as much notice as possible is very much appreciated. If we can do anything to make the event more comfortable and accessible for you please contact us to let us know.

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Glasgow Green, Empire and the Clyde takes place on Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 12:30.

Glasgow Green, Empire and the Clyde is held at People's Palace in Glasgow (The Green, Glasgow, G40 1AT).

Entry to Glasgow Green, Empire and the Clyde is free.

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