Museums Galleries Scotland (MGS) awarded the funding from the Scottish Government supported Museum Development Fund to allow each facility to continue welcoming visitors to engage with Scotland’s history.

South Lanarkshire’s Sir Harry Lauder collection has recently been officially recognised as one of Scotland’s Nationally Significant Collections.

The importance of the Sir Harry Lauder collection to Scotland’s cultural heritage will be celebrated in an exhibition at Low Parks Museum, which has been awarded £36K.

It will tell Sir Harry’s story both as a key figure in Lanarkshire’s history and as a successful global superstar. Prior to the exhibition opening visitors can see items from the Sir Harry Lauder collection in a special display case at Low Parks Museum.

General Manager of South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture Kay Morrison: “We are delighted that the dedication of our museum service in the detailed research, cataloguing, care and digitisation over several years has enabled the Harry Lauder collection to gain national recognition.

“All of this work reflects the key role of South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture in the local community, making the collections more accessible and contributing to Scotland’s story.”

Funding was also awarded to four other museums in Glasgow and the Highlands.

Culture Minister Neil Gray said: “The diversity of our cultural heritage is reflected in the five museums that are receiving a share of the £226,000 in funding from the Scottish Government supported Museum Development Fund.

“Engaging the public with our rich and vibrant history is at the heart of our museum services across the country.”

Museums Galleries Scotland grant information can be found at https://www.museumsgalleriesscotland.org.uk/funding