Strathclyde Police Museum

The colourful and fascinating story of Strathclyde Police is told at the Force's Museum. Two hundred years of criminals, crime detection and changes in policing methods are represented through a diverse range of exhibits that serve to bring the history of the Force to life.

Visitors can take a journey into the early days of policing through a unique collection of uniforms, badges and police equipment. The social history of crime in the Force area is also illustrated by many fascinating exhibits, including:

• the barrow used to convey drunks to the police office
• the birch and birching board used to punish offenders
• weapons taken from Glasgow gangs
• murder weapons and firearms used in criminal activities.

Moreover, the Museum contains many exhibits relating to forensic science, narcotics, communications and other important aspects of modern policing.

In essence, the Museum tells the story of the Force's history from the beginning of the City of Glasgow Police in 1800 to the present day Strathclyde Police.

Contact Information

The Museum is housed within Strathclyde Police Headquarters at 173 Pitt Street, Glasgow G2 4JS.

Visits to the Museum for individuals and groups are by appointment only.

To arrange a visit, please contact May Mitchell, the Museum Curator, on 0141 532 2822 or museum@strathclyde.pnn.police.uk .  Please include a contact telephone number.