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Royal Society of Arts

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Royal Society of Arts

Group   From 1754

Categories: Art, Commerce

Founded as the "Society of Arts" in a purpose built address, 8 John Street, now 8 John Adam Street. In 1908 it was granted permission to add "Royal" to the name.

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46044

Dickens plaque - EC1

But he did not live in the building here today, he lived in Furnival's Inn.

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45705

Fanny Burney

Erected in 1885 this was the first "blue" plaque to a woman.

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44677

George Cruikshank

George Cruikshank, artist, lived here, from 1850 to 1878. B: Sept.27th 179...

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44877

Harry Vane

Sir Harry Vane, statesman, lived here. Born 1612. Beheaded 1662. Erected by ...

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45428

House of Royal Soc. for Encouragement of Arts etc

The House of Royal Soc. for Encouragement of Arts Manufactures and Commerce. ...

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