Bradford Mechanics' Institute Library
The Bradford Mechanics' Institute Library was established in 1832 helped by James Hanson and for over 70 years played a leading role in adult education.
Baildon is a civil parish and town in north Bradford in Northern England. It is part of the Bradford Metropolitan District in the metropolitan county of West Yorkshire and within the historic boundaries of the West Riding of Yorkshire. It lies 3 miles (5 km) north of Bradford city centre. Other nearby suburbs include Shipley to the south and Saltaire to the west.
Population: 15,710
Latitude: 53° 50' 49.60" N
Longitude: -1° 47' 16.26" W
The Bradford Mechanics' Institute Library was established in 1832 helped by James Hanson and for over 70 years played a leading role in adult education.
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