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SUMMARY:Remarkable generosity; Louisa Ryland’s gifts to the city
DESCRIPTION:Louisa Ryland (1814-1889) was a major Victorian philanthropist and benefactor. Louisa gave quietly and often anonymously\, and it is estimated she donated\, in today’s equivalent\, well over 20 million pounds to Birmingham during her lifetime. Her generosity is commemorated with a blue plaque in Cannon Hill Park. This talk will look at her life and philanthropy and includes a virtual walk in the park in the early 20th century using Edwardian postcards. \nAbout the speaker \nIrene de Boo has worked in the heritage sector since 1994. For many years she managed local historic properties for Birmingham Museums Trust. She also worked as curator at the Black Country Living Museum with responsibilities for transport and industrial collections. Irene now works freelance in the museum sector and is a member of the Birmingham Civic Society Heritage Committee. \nFree event. Online via Zoom. Booking via Eventbrite link below. \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/remarkable-generosity-louisa-rylands-gifts-to-the-city-tickets-505950600867?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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