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William Brown Street

Photograph at the William Brown Street grey plaque

William Brown Street in Liverpool is a recognised conservation area, sometimes known as the "Cultural Quarter". This thoroughfare stands out due to the significant number of public buildings situated along it. Previously called Shaw's Brow, it was renamed to honour William Brown. A local Member of Parliament and philanthropist, he gifted land in the vicinity in 1860. This generous donation facilitated the construction of a library and museum, contributing to the area's cultural significance and enduring legacy.

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Source: Open Plaques. Geographic data via OpenStreetMap.

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