Sir Alexander Walker
Alexander Walker (1869-1950) was the grandson of the founder of
John Walker & Sons, whiskey blenders, of which firm he was
managing director. He was made Sir Alexander in 1920 and lived at
Piersland House in Troon. He was closely involved in the local
community both in Troon and Kilmarnock, giving great assistance to
many charities, and serving on Ayr County Council. Being very
interested in the arts, he encouraged many young artists like
Robert Colquhoun. He was particularly generous to the Dick
Institute, and many of the most important paintings in the museum's
collections were donated by him.