20 September 2025 (12:00 - 16:00)
You're warmly invited to step inside the Royal Faculty of Procurators in Glasgow - a striking building inspired by Venice’s magnificent Biblioteca Marciana.
Drop in, explore its elegant interiors, and chat with staff to uncover the stories behind one of the city’s most impressive hidden gems.
The Royal Faculty building is located in the heart of Glasgow’s Nelson Mandela Place and was designed by renowned Scottish architect Charles Wilson.

Overview
Built to serve the needs of the Royal Faculty of Procurators (lawyers) in 1857 the building’s stunning legal library, normally only available to Faculty members, is open for the public to visit on Doors Open Day 2025.
Not accessible for those with physical access requirements.
This building is grade-A listed/historic building with no public toilet access/accessible facilities available.

Address
12 Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow, G21BT