University of Glasgow James Watt Events

This section includes information on the events that the University of Glasgow are hosting for the James Watt bicentenary celebrations. 

James Watt and Glasgow

James Watt was a pioneering engineer, scientist and innovator. To mark the 200th anniversary of his death, an exhibition in the University Library looks at Watt’s life, work and legacy at the University of Glasgow.  Learn more about his early life, his work as an instrument maker at the University and his break through moment which had such an impact on the Industrial Revolution. 

June 2019 - February 2020

University of Glasgow Library. 

Free and open to all ages. Access during advertised Library Opening Hours.

Front of main building and memorial gate

James Watt Symposium

Wednesday 5 June

Kelvin Gallery, University of Glasgow

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RAEng and RSE Annual James Watt Public Lecture

Wednesday 5 June

Sir Charles Wilson Lecture Theatre, University of Glasgow

 

Bute Hall during the James Watt Bicentenary Celebration Dinner.

James Watt Bi-centenary Celebration Dinner

Thursday 6 June

Bute Hall and Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow

Glasgow Science Festival: Glasgow Steams Ahead

Thursday 6 June to Sunday 16 June

Further information can be found by visiting their dedicated webpage.