1824
202 years ago
FormationUnited Kingdom
The Mechanics' Institution is established in Manchester, England at the Bridg...
England
April 7, 1824
Summary
The Mechanics' Institution is established in Manchester, England at the Bridgewater Arms hotel, as part of a national movement for the education of working men. The institute is the precursor to th...
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The Mechanics' Institution is established in Manchester, England at the Bridgewater Arms hotel, as part of a national movement for the education of working men. The institute is the precursor to three Universities in the city: the University of Manchester, UMIST and the Metropolitan University of Manchester (MMU).
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- Date
- April 7, 1824
- Event Type
- Formation
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Years Ago
- 202
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