Paisley Museum: Last News

One of Scotland’s leading para athletes is set to be honoured as part of the £45 million refurbishment of Paisley Museum.

The University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and OneRen have signed a new strategic partnership which will improve access and opportunities for students and staff across both organisations.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A former department store tycoon is backing Paisley’s future from beyond the grave.The trust Sir Hugh Fraser set up at the peak of his wealth is giving £200,000 to Paisley Museum.Fun-loving Sir Hugh lived the high life but died aged just 50 in 1987.He was once chairman of  House of Fraser, Harrods and whisky firm Whyte & Mackay.Now trustees of his foundation - including his former model daughter Patricia - have backed the £42million museum regeneration.It is hoped the transformation of the museum to tell the town’s story will attract 125,000 visitors a year and put £79million into the economy over 30 years.Dr Kenneth Chrystie, a trustee of the Hugh