Public art & sculpture · Scottish Lowlands
Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915)
In or near Auchinleck.
Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
Mary and Angus Hogg — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck · 2.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) is a public sculpture in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom, dating from 1939. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
The Baird Institute is a cultural venue in Cumnock, showcasing a collection of Mauchline Ware, Cumnock Pottery, and historical materials related to the area's heritage. It features a dedicated room for James Keir Hardie, the founder of the Labour Party, and hosts contemporary art exhibitions and community workshops.
Place summary
The Bust of James Keir Hardie is a public art installation located in the Scottish Lowlands. Established in 1939, it commemorates the life of the prominent Labour politician and founder of the Labour Party, James Keir Hardie (1856–1915).
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- Coordinates
- 55.4523, -4.2632
- District
- East Ayrshire
- Postcode
- KA18 1BX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock
- Phone
- 01290 427084
- Established
- 1939
- Nearest railway station
- Auchinleck — 2.8 km
- Opening
- Thursday 12.30pm – 4.40pm & 5pm – 8.00pm; Friday 10.00am-4.00pm; Saturday 10.00am-4.00pm; closed Sunday to Wednesday
- Official site
- eastayrshireleisure.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q135410372 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915)?
- Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode KA18 1BX).
- What is Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915)?
- Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) in Scotland Lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915)?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode KA18 1BX.
- When was Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) built?
- Built or established in 1939.
- Is Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) free to visit?
- Yes, Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bust of James Keir Hardie (1856–1915)?
- The nearest railway station is Auchinleck, about 2.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode KA18 1BX.