St. James's in City of Westminster in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
The Liberal Party
Inscription.
The Liberal Party was founded on this site on 6th June 1859
Erected 2013 by City of Westminster, Liberal Democrat History Group.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. In addition, it is included in the City of Westminster Green Plaques series list. A significant historical date for this entry is June 6, 1859.
Location. 51° 30.386′ N, 0° 8.231′ W. Marker is in City of Westminster, England, in Greater London. It is in St. James's. It is on King Street east of St James Street, on the left when traveling west. This marker is on the corner of 28 King Street, the address for Almack House, an office building in the City of Westminster, Greater London. The Almack House is built on the site of the Almack Assembly Rooms, a social club established in the 18th century. It had a ballroom, dining room, and game rooms. It closed in 1863. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 28 King Street (Almack House), City of Westminster, England SW1Y 6RE, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Greater South East. 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: St James's Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); The Waterloo Way (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Nell Gwynne (about 90 meters away); Thomas Gainsborough (about 120 meters away); Texas Legation (about 120 meters away); The Commonwealth a Family of Nations (about 120 meters away); Westminster Tree Trust (about 120 meters away); Ada Countess of Lovelace (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in City of Westminster.
Regarding The Liberal Party. The UK Liberal Party was formed in 1859 and was a dominant force in 19th and early 20th century British politics. It was led by William Gladstone. It championed free trade and individual liberty. It was replaced by the labour party in the 1920s. It merged in 1988 with the Social Democratic Party to form the Liberal Democrats.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 11, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 10, 2026, by Judith Elizabeth Pearson of Burke, Virginia. This page has been viewed 23 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 10, 2026, by Judith Elizabeth Pearson of Burke, Virginia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.


