Working Men's College

The Working Men's College is a substantial brick building in north London with architectural features from the early 20th century. It contains art studios, classrooms, and a library with roots in Victorian times.

The college was founded in 1854 with the mission to support working men through education. It relocated to its current Crowndale Road site in 1905 and later changed its approach to serve a broader audience.

The college transformed from serving men only to welcoming people of all backgrounds, a shift visible in how diverse groups now study together in its spaces. This openness shapes how the building and its rooms are used today.

The site is easily reached by public transport and sits in an active part of London. Visitors can find a range of afternoon and evening courses covering many subjects and skills.

The college's Victorian-era library still functions today, showing how learning spaces were designed more than a century ago. Visitors can see how historic facilities remain in active use.

Location: London Borough of Camden

Inception: 1854

Founders: Frederick Denison Maurice

Website: http://wmcollege.ac.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.53528,-0.13611

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43