Many of the objects in the Museum's Egyptian Gallery are organized around religious themes like Egyptian Gods, Egyptian Mythology, and Mummy Magic. In addition, miniaturized dioramas are used to bring the ancient beliefs to life.

The Ancient Near East collection, though small, contains a number of objects of significance to the history of religion. Smaller pieces include cuneiform tablets, cylinder seals with images of deities, and votive objects dedicated at shrines and temples.

The Museum's Classical collection consists of over five hundred objects. The most spectacular piece is an almost life-size marble statue of the Roman goddess Minerva.

The Museum's medieval collection is ideal for learning about Christian religious beliefs during the Middle Ages, since most medieval art was created for churches and monasteries.

Glencairn's Asian collection features works of art from China, with a few from Japan and Thailand. About thirty pieces are on exhibit in the Asian Gallery, ranging from the Chinese Han Dynasty (25-220 AD) to the 19th century. The objects reflect the beliefs and values of East Asian Mahayana Buddhism as well as the elements of traditional Chinese culture with its Confucian and Taoist influences.

Glencairn's American Indian Gallery is organized according to geographic regions and includes artifacts from tribes in Mesoamerica, the Northwest, the Southwest, the Plains, the Eastern Woodlands, and the Inuit areas.

The theological writings of Emanuel Swedenborg have influenced the thinking of many great writers and artists, particularly in the 19th century. A variety of works in the New Church Art gallery clearly demonstrate this influence.

Glencairn Museum holds several other collections that have not been allotted gallery space, but are used decoratively throughout the building or appear in special exhibits.

Learn about the history of this model, as well as the Biblical context of the Tabernacle and its interpretation by Jews and Christians through the ages.