1st – 17th May 2026
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The Birds of America by John James Audubon – A World Treasure
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow, 232 St Vincent Street
May 6 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
John James Audubon (1785-1851) produced his world famous ‘The Birds of America’ between 1827-1838. With hundreds of plates depicting life-sized bird species in hand-coloured etchings, aquatints and engravings. The Royal College bought the first two volumes published in 1838, for its premises then in St Enoch Square.
In this new exhibition, see and hear how these valuable volumes were created by Audubon’s passion for nature and his achievements in art and ornithology, and their continuing use in learning of life and nature.
A Natural Connection : Darwin and Audubon
Visitors will also get the chance to see this companion exhibition also currently running which tells the story of the remarkable personal, family and professional connections that linked these two extraordinary men.
Tours start promptly at 12.30m at Reception
(Monday 11th is a special drop in afternoon 12.30 to 4.30pm )
Free exhibitions
