Braille Map

Buchanan Street, Glasgow

The Braille Map on Buchanan Street in Glasgow is a remarkable piece of public art designed to be inclusive for visually impaired individuals. Created by Scottish sculptor Kathleen Chambers in 1990, this freestanding relief map is crafted from bronze, with a concrete base and polished granite. It features Braille inscriptions for street names, allowing people to explore the layout of Glasgow with their hands.