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From Persia to Glasgow – Coding the Collections

Thursday 12 June, 2025

Mix historic Persian paintings from the Mitchell Library with modern Glasgow by using a free coding app on your phone to create a tiny game or animation. Run by Glasgow Life staff and volunteers. No coding experience necessary.

13:30 – 13:50

Why does the Mitchell Library have a book of 19th century Persian paintings?

Look at a book of paintings of scenes from a 19th century Persian palace and learn about the paintings and life in the palace. Find out how they came to be in Glasgow and hear about other books donated to the Mitchell for the people of Glasgow.

13:15 – 14:30

Make a tiny game or animation

Create tiny games and animations featuring characters from the paintings against a depiction of the Mitchell in the style of Persian miniature paintings. These can be shared with friends and family or as videos and GIFs on social media. No experience needed – easy-to-follow instructions on how to arrange the instruction blocks will be provided on printed cards. Help will also be available to get rid of any glitches!

Part of Glasgow Science Festival .

Dates & Times

Elder Park Library
228a Langlands Road, Glasgow, G51 3TZ
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Thu 12 Jun 13:30- 14:30

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