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Annie Brassey

Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HE

  • 11 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Join us for a fascinating talk during Heritage Open Days, where Dr Sarah French, a photo historian and researcher of Brassey’s collections, will delve into the extraordinary life of Lady Brassey and the rich history of this Grade II listed building.

The Brassey Institute, now known as Hastings Library, is often linked to the town’s former Member of Parliament, Lord Thomas Brassey (1836-1918). However, it was his remarkable wife, Lady Annie Brassey (1839-1887) — a celebrated authoress, intrepid world traveller, and avid collector — who played a pivotal role in shaping the institute. Her contributions ranged from curating exhibitions to hosting functions and chairing events. She was even credited with the benevolent donation of the institute to the town in 1887. Come and join us to learn more about the extraordinary Lady Brassey, the collections and the building itself.

Doors open at 1:30pm

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:
2pm-3pm

Location & directions

Brassey Institute, 13 Claremont, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 1HE

Directions:
For more information on the building, please see https://eastsussex.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/GENENQ/57622455?LOCX=HAS

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Please book via the link.
Booking website:
https://eastsussex.spydus.co.uk/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/ENQ/WPAC/EVSESENQ?SETLVL=&RNI=1927304

Accessibility details

For further details on accessibility, or to contact the venue, please see: https://www.eastsussex.gov.uk/libraries/local/locations/hastings

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:
30
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s)

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