John Watson's Institution
Videos
The John Watson's Institution was a school established in Edinburgh, Scotland in 1762. The building was designed in the Greek Revival style in 1825 by architect William Burn, FRSE. Following the closu
John Watson's Institution, now home of Modern One of the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. (photo: August 2002)
Modern One, Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art, Belford Road, Edinburgh (form main building of John Watson's Institution). (14 March 2015)
John Watson's School, 1828–1975: This building, originally John Watson’s Institution, was designed by William Burn in 1825, opening in 1828 under the aegis of the Society of H.M. Writers to the Signet. Its original purpose was to house, maintain and educate destitute children. The institution became John Watson’s School in 1934, enrolling fee-paying pupils whilst maintaining its original purpose, and by 1957 the school offered continuous education to all pupils from 5-18 years. In 1975, despite its growing reputation, John Watson’s School unexpectedly closed after the withdrawal of its grant. The building reopened as the
Modern One (28 September 2018).
William Burn
Videos
William Burn was a Scottish architect. He received major commissions from the age of 20 until his death at 81. He built in many styles and was a pioneer of the Scottish Baronial Revival, often referre
Edinburgh Academy
St Johns Princes Street Edinburgh
Ceiling of St Johns, Princes Street, Edinburgh
Melville Monument in St Andrew Square, Edinburgh