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Who We Are

The Stirling Smith is a registered charity and relies on the generosity of our supporters. By supporting The Smith through donations, corporate partnerships, or volunteering you are helping to preserve the legacy that we were founded upon.

The Stirling Smith – formerly The Smith Art Gallery and Museum - formerly The Smith Institute – has played a very special part in the history of Stirling since its foundation in 1874. Established by the bequest of artist Thomas Stuart Smith (1815-1869) on land supplied by the Burgh of Stirling, it is an historic public-private partnership which has continued to the present day.

Today, it functions as a gallery, museum and cultural centre for the Stirling area. It is the repository for the historical artefacts and paintings of Stirlingshire, at the same time offering exhibition opportunities for contemporary artists. Over twenty community groups meet regularly in its lecture theatre, and a café and biodiversity garden are among its attractions.

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As a registered charity, The Smith must raise over 30% of its annual operating budget from charitable trusts and foundations, companies and individual donors so that it can fulfil its aims.

Your donations help us put on exhibitions, programme exciting events, and take care of our collection.
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Volunteer with us

For those thinking about a career in arts and heritage the experience of volunteering in a museum can help you develop your skills and experience and enhance your employability.

To find out more about our volunteer opportunities, contact us at museum@thesmith.scot

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The Smith is a real reflection of the people of Stirling, with more than 90% of our collection having been generously donated by members of the public.

If you have something, you think would be of interest to us for the collections we would love to hear from you. Please send us an email to the collections team at collections@thesmith.scot

We are indebted to many individuals who have already left a gift in their Will, enabling us to carry on our work of inspiring present and future generations and enriching the collection. As a non-profit organisation, the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum relies on a variety of funding sources to support and develop the enormous collection and fulfil its many commitments.

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