Simon Groom, Director of International & National Partnerships at the National Galleries of Scotland, says:

“The restoration of Rothesay Pavilion is a landmark achievement for Scotland’s cultural and social heritage. This iconic building, with its stunning modernist design, is not only an architectural treasure but also a vital gathering space for the local community. It has long been a place where people come together to celebrate art, music, and performance. The Pavilion’s restoration ensures that future generations can experience this sense of belonging and shared culture, while also serving as a platform for innovation, exploration and contemporary artistic expression. At the National Galleries of Scotland, we recognise how crucial venues like Rothesay Pavilion are— not just for their artistic value but for the vital role they play in bringing communities together and enriching our social heritage.”

ABOUT Dr Simon Groom

Currently Director of International & National Partnerships at the National Galleries of Scotland, Dr. Simon Groom lived in Japan and Italy before starting his career at Kettle’s Yard, University of Cambridge, where he curated the first UK retrospective of the Japanese group Mono-ha. He later moved to Tate Liverpool as Head of Exhibitions.