Martyrs’ Public School, Glasgow
Martyrs’ Public School, Glasgow, Scotland Introduction This evening, I am focusing on Martyrs’ Public School, one of a portfolio of buildings designed by Glasgow’s most famous architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928). Information on Martyrs’ Public School, Glasgow This building, which is no longer used for educational purposes, is located in Parson Street, near to the High Street and Glasgow Cathedral , although access on foot is difficult. Close by is St.Mungo’s Church. The martyrs nomenclature derives from four Covenanters executed in 1684. The building dates from 1895-8 and is attributed to Mackintosh. Special features of note include: A ‘T’ plan with classrooms around three sides of a central hall at ground level and four sides on upper floors. Lintels above east and west entrances which are similar to features on Herald building. Projecting eaves of each of the staircase roofs have affinity with the Glasgow School of Art. The interior can only ...