21 September 2025 (17:30 - 18:30) Join Dominic d’Angelo, Chair of The Alexander Thomson Society, for a thrilling illustrated talk exploring the life and work of Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson. A visionary architect, Thomson left a unique and lasting mark on Glasgow through his distinctive classical style and innovative building techniques, designing more than 160 tenements, terraces, villas, churches, and commercial buildings ac56ross Glasgow and the west of Scotland. Biography Dominic d’Angelo is Chair of The Alexander Thomson Society, writes a free-to-access weekly Substack on aspects of Thomson’s life and work, and is currently leading a weekly programme of talks and films at the Mitchell Library on aspects of Glasgow’s history as part of Glasgow 850. Limited spaces available in the surrounding streets – public transport encouraged Some Blue Badge parking available – contact the ARC for further information. All microphones in the building work in conjunction with an infrared hard of hearing system. There is also bike parking at the Advanced Research Centre (ARC). Water bottle refill stations For queries on accessibility at the ARC, please contact us on ARCEnquiries@glasgow.ac.uk or call our reception on +44 (0)141 330 4170.

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GDODF Festival Hub, Advanced Research Centre, 11 Chapel Lane, Glasgow, G11 6EW