# Event Details - **Event Name**: Tracing Glasgow’s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: Walking tour exploring Kelvingrove Park’s ‘hidden history' of slavery and empire. Part of the Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival.About this EventGlasgow’s often referred to as having been the ‘second city’ of the British Empire, a nickname coined in the early-nineteenth century that symbolised the might of its industries and the reach of its trade connections. The city’s capacity for making and exporting all manner of goods, commodities and capital was well known, and the influence of Glasgow and its citizens was as evident in Kingston, Jamaica as Kingston, Ontario. But, Glasgow’s involvement in the British imperial project had a profound impact here as well -- it shaped the city’s built environment.This walking tour takes you through Kelvingrove Park, stopping at various locations that reflect Glasgow’s past as an imperial metropolis. Beginning at the eastern tip of Kelvingrove Park, we’ll wind our way along its avenues and pathways exploring sites that reveal Glasgow’s connections to slavery, colonialism and imperialism. Traces of this past are largely invisible today – there are no signs or plaques telling us about this – but by slow walking and close looking we can bring these ‘hidden’ histories into view.Meeting point:The walking tour starts at the entrance to Kelvingrove Park located at the intersection of Clifton Street and LaBelle Place, G3 7LH (link to location on Google Maps).Accessibility:Most of the tour takes place on the lower portions of Kelvingrove Park, however, it ends at the top near Park Circus -- there is a steep incline towards the ends of the trail. The route through the park follows marked and paved pathways, but these surfaces are uneven in places. Wherever possible stops will be located next to park benches or other forms of seating. The trail will take place entirely outside and so please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes.Organiser Information:This event is part of the Glasgow Doors Open Days Festival 2026. The walking tour is led by Rosie Spooner, a lecturer in the School of Humanities at the University of Glasgow. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glasgow/tracing-glasgows-imperial-past-in-kelvingrove-park/100001996239791955 - **Event Categories**: festivals, trips-adventures, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Kelvingrove Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Glasgow - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Kelvingrove Park - **lat**: 55.8668091 - **long**: -4.2789978 - **full address**: Kelvingrove Park, La Belle Place, Glasgow, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Tracing Glasgow’s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/c99e2246feadf9bab3635cb0ce3e07d4e0c0a40f472acccfec9ba9c39e1b9972-rimg-w827-h527-dcd8e8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1786085181 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Tracing Glasgow s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park being held? - **A:** Tracing Glasgow s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Kelvingrove Park, La Belle Place, Glasgow, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Tracing Glasgow s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park? - **A:** Tracing Glasgow s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park is organized by Dr Rosie Spooner. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Tracing Glasgow s Imperial Past in Kelvingrove Park is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Glasgow, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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