Lancaster in Lancashire, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Fruits of the mind (1887 - )
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 12, 2025
1. Fruits of the mind Marker
In the same year, the construction of The Storey Institute began - funded by Thomas as a replacement to the Mechanics Institute. The building was opened in 1891 and presented to the city as a gift.
The technical and science school, newsroom, library, art school and gallery doubled in size in the early 20th century. The work was carried out by architects Paley and Austin and shaped the building that became known to Lancastrians as The Storey - today home to creative industry specialists, workshops, performances, exhibitions, café and a large stained glass window by Shrigley and Hunt that celebrates science and the arts.
The mantle of science and learning passed to Lancaster University when it opened in 1964, starting life in the St Leonard's Gate area of the city. Storey believed in education and opportunity for all so it's fitting that his Bailrigg country estate later became the site of Lancaster University to the south of the city.
The university scholars are now at the forefront of scientific and digital research - ranking in the top one percent of universities in the world league tables and so continuing to progress learning just as Storey aspired towards.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1887.
Location. 54° 2.923′ N, 2° 48.232′ W. Marker is in Lancaster, England, in Lancashire. It is at the intersection of Castle Hill and Market Street, on the right when traveling north on Castle Hill. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Lancaster, England
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Regionally, this marker is in North West England. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Window to your soul (1750-1982) (here, next to this marker); Charles Dickens (within shouting distance of this marker); Gillows (1730-1897) (within shouting distance of this marker); Lancaster Castle (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Elizabeth Fry (about 150 meters away); Quaker Meeting House (about 180 meters away); Only for Conscience Sake (1652- ) (about 210 meters away); Ticket's Please! (1792-1851) (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lancaster.
circa 1900
2. Storey Institute, Lancaster
Credits. This page was last revised on July 29, 2025. It was originally submitted on July 29, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 80 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on July 29, 2025, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. 2. submitted on July 29, 2025. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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