
Mural Unveiled Today Celebrates Govanhill's Diverse Community
Today the Govanhill Open Museum will unveil a new mural produced for and by the Govanhill community, which stands as a colourful celebration of the neighbourhood’s diverse identity. Inspired by old postcard designs, each letter of Govanhill features a pattern found by the local community.
Stories Behind the Faces: Yemeni Refugees on their Journeys to Scotland
“Stand on the brink of your dream and fight. I had a dream to find a safe place and went through many difficult decisions until I made it.” ‘The Stories Behind the Faces’ event this Saturday in Glasgow will be a chance to hear stories of five Yemeni people and the challenges they overcame to seek refuge in Scotland.
Lost Forever: Victoria Infirmary Cupolas Quietly Demolished
The 133 year old cupolas were pulled down by Sanctuary Housing Association late last week. We delve into this Southside architectural gem’s history.
Bruce Downie on the History of the Govanhill Baths
Greater Govanhill interviewed writer and historian Bruce Downie, who recently published a book on the history of the Govanhill Baths.
Govanhill in the Olden Days: No Man’s Land and Neighbourhood
This article was originally published in The Southern Press on 13 March, 1914, this article offers a fascinating glimpse of what our neighbourhood was like over 100 years ago.
Sugar, Enslavement, and Glasgow’s Southside
South Glasgow Heritage and Environment Trust look at Glasgow’s ‘Golden Age of Sugar’ and how it affected our area. It was written in anticipation of the trust’s upcoming talk on this topic which is scheduled to take place during Govanhill International Festival and Carnival. Content warning: enslavement, racism and sexual violence
Tenement Tiles
Originally published in Issue 2 of the print magazine, in this article Zan Phee, founder of the TnmntTiles archive takes us on a tour of wally closes and some of Glasgow’s finest decorative features.
Ghost Signs around Govanhill
In the ever-changing shopping streets of Govanhill, ‘ghost signs’ are uncovered on a regular basis. Some are hurriedly recovered, others left on show as mementos of the past. In this article for Issue 2, Kenneth McElroy goes hunting for some local treasures and explores our attraction to them.
Rediscovering Glasgow’s Southside during Lockdown
The pandemic has forced us to considerably narrow our horizons. Many of us now know every inch of Queen’s Park better than we could ever possibly imagine. But have you explored more of the Southside? Local charity, South Seeds, have created a series of walking routes, and treasure maps to follow. Share your stories of discovery in the comments below.
Under the Moon and Stars: A Literary Tour of Govanhill
Did you know that psychedelic psychiatrist RD Laing grew up in Govanhill? Or that John Buchan, author of the 39 Steps lived right around the corner? Have you noticed the there’s not one, but two libraries in Govanhill? In Issue 1, Keir Hind took us on a tour of Govanhill’s literary sights.
Peek into the Past: Life in 1930s Govanhill
Now 88 years old, former journalist Arthur Oliver was born and brought up in Govanhill, living in Jamieson Street and latterly in Carfin Street until the age of 28. In this first of a series of reflections, he gives an outline of what life was like living in Govanhill in the 1930s.
Govanhill’s Past and Future in Four Buildings
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill community magazine, Jamie Dyer took a look at some of Govanhill’s iconic buildings, the stories of which reveal both the neighbourhood’s past and future.
'Did you know...' Queen's Park Fun Facts
For many, Queen’s Park became a lifeline during the lockdown. Scotland’s wild places were tantalisingly off limits, and I felt so lucky to have such a large and exciting green space on our doorstep. These facts will give you a peek into some of Queen’s Park’s secrets without leaving the comfort of your home
Fireworks, Blazes and No Man's Land: Govanhill’s Origin Story
Local historian, Bruce Downie, author of ‘Loved And Lost: Govanhill's Built Heritage’ will be leading a tour of the area as part of the Govanhill International Festival on Sunday 23 and Sunday 30 August. Full details on our noticeboard. In this article, he explores how this vibrant neighbourhood came to be.
Creating a Community Portrait of the Southside Under Lockdown
Deirdre Molloy of South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust’s writes about their latest community project. SGHET are attempting to document the COVID-19 era, by setting out to build a Southside-centric picture of our diverse community’s response to lockdown and the pandemic.
Ramadan During Lockdown: How Govanhill’s Muslim Community is Supporting Those In Need
This year, Ramadan will last from the 23 April until 23rd May. During this time, Glasgow’s Muslims will not let anything pass their lips between dawn and dusk each day. Despite this, Glasgow’s Muslim community continues to do what they can to support those in need.