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Brassey Institute, Grade II listed building in Hastings, England

The Brassey Institute stands at 13 Claremont, featuring Venetian Gothic architectural elements and serving as the primary library facility in Hastings.

Thomas Brassey established this institution in 1879 as the Brassey School of Science and Art, introducing a chemistry laboratory in the Old Town by 1900.

The Institute originally contained a museum dedicated to natural history and archaeology, while maintaining a collection of 11,000 volumes by 1933.

The building functions as Hastings Library, providing access to books, digital resources, and community programs for residents and visitors of the area.

In 1895, the Institute hosted a chess tournament that brought together 22 Masters, including Canadian player William H. K. Pollock.

Location: Hastings

GPS coordinates: 50.85525,0.57618

Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:54

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