Low Parks Museum

Low Parks Museum is housed in beautiful and historically significant buildings which were once part of the Duke of Hamilton’s estate. The 18th century Assembly Room, with its original plasterwork and musicians’ gallery, forms a striking centrepiece to the buildings. Displays tell the story of the communities of South Lanarkshire and how they were shaped by the development of industry and housing. There is also a display on the history of the Cameronians regiment, which was raised in South Lanarkshire and, unitl its disbandment in 1968, held a proud place as Scotland’s only rifle regiment. Two large galleries also house a changing programme of temporary exhibitions, ensuring that there is always something new to see.

Military

The collection of the Cameronians (Scottish Rifles) relates to the history of the regiment from its raising in 1689 to disbandment in 1968. The collection comprises medals, silver, metalwork and decorative arts, uniform, textiles, equipment and weapons, musical instruments, paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture, photographs and archives.

Hamilton Family

This collection consists of personalia relating to the Hamilton family during their residence in South Lanarkshire from 1290 to 1930. In particular the collection includes items relating to Hamilton Palace and estate.

Archaeology

This is a small collection of local Prehistoric and Medieval items and some Roman material.

Natural Sciences

This collection covers both zoology and geology. It includes birds and birds' eggs, and fossils from Lesmahagow.

Civic Material

This collection comprises objects of relevance to the history of the council and its predecessors, such as furniture, plaques, souvenirs and personalia.

Photography, Video and Film

There are substantial holdings of photographs within the museum. There is a smaller quantity of of video and film. Most of the items are of local scenes or are associated with subjects of local relevance.