
More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths
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On 10 October 2026, Glasgow City Chambers will host a session exploring myths associated with this Victorian-era municipal building located at The Mitchell Library. The event offers a closer examination of the structure, which was constructed in the 1880s and stands as a prominent example of UK civic architecture. Various speakers will present their findings without an admission charge.
A look into Glasgow's City Chambers, considered to be one of the finest examples of municipal building in the UK.
Glasgow City Chambers was built in the 1880s and is considered to be one of the finest examples of municipal building in the UK. Dr Nina Baker will lead us into the parts of the city chambers most people never see, as she takes us through the history of how it came to be built: the arguments over the competitions, the choices the council made and how those all worked out in practice.
Dr Nina Baker has had a varied career, as a merchant navy deck officer, materials lecturer in further education and as a university research administrator and, until 2017, as an elected city councillor. She is now an independent engineering historian, based in Glasgow, Scotland, mainly specialising in the history of women in engineering, and has also published books on maritime and aviation history.
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Frequently asked questions
More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 13:00.
More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is held at Mitchell Library in Glasgow (North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN).
Entry to More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is free.
The forecast for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is Overcast · 14°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mitchell Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths
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On 10 October 2026, Glasgow City Chambers will host a session exploring myths associated with this Victorian-era municipal building located at The Mitchell Library. The event offers a closer examination of the structure, which was constructed in the 1880s and stands as a prominent example of UK civic architecture. Various speakers will present their findings without an admission charge.
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A look into Glasgow's City Chambers, considered to be one of the finest examples of municipal building in the UK.
Glasgow City Chambers was built in the 1880s and is considered to be one of the finest examples of municipal building in the UK. Dr Nina Baker will lead us into the parts of the city chambers most people never see, as she takes us through the history of how it came to be built: the arguments over the competitions, the choices the council made and how those all worked out in practice.
Dr Nina Baker has had a varied career, as a merchant navy deck officer, materials lecturer in further education and as a university research administrator and, until 2017, as an elected city councillor. She is now an independent engineering historian, based in Glasgow, Scotland, mainly specialising in the history of women in engineering, and has also published books on maritime and aviation history.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths?
More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths takes place on Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 13:00.
Where is More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths taking place?
More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is held at Mitchell Library in Glasgow (North Street, Glasgow, G3 7DN).
How much are tickets for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths?
Entry to More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is free.
What will the weather be like at More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths?
The forecast for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths is Overcast · 14°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mitchell Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths?
Tickets for More Marble than the Vatican? Glasgow City Chambers and some myths can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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