Friends of the Maclaurin

The ‘Friends of the Maclaurin’ work with the Trustees and aim to promote the Gallery to the people of Ayr and the wider public and to support and assist in its development.

Formed in 2005, the ‘Friends’ quickly established a reputation for an educational and entertaining winter programme, with members raising funds, assisting with and organising events at the gallery and acting as volunteer stewards at exhibitions.

Benefits of being a Friend

• The latest Maclaurin magazine promoting arts in South West Scotland, delivered to your door (published 3 x yearly)
• Invitations to our gallery exhibitions
• Invitations to exclusive Friends talks and events programme throughout the year
• Organised outings to other galleries and places of interest

How we use your money

• Bi Annual Kilgour Art Award
• Promotion of artists and their exhibitions in our magazine and other media
• Maintaining and improving facilities in our venue 

How to become a Friend of the Maclaurin

We would love to welcome you as a Friend of the Maclaurin. You are not only supporting the Trust's charitable work by contributing annually as a Friend, but also helping to support Ayrshire's Arts and Culture scene!

You can join by requesting, and filling in, an application form and choosing from the following annual memberships:

INDIVIDUAL - £20 or JOINT/FAMILY - £30