Ian Binnie
knowlegable brummie
Kings Heath Local History Society present an illustrated talk on
Jan is the Chair of the KHLHS and an enthusiastic local historian. She is currently researching the history of Crofts and Assinder, Birmingham Brass Founders.
Members are free. Visitors pay £3.00. Light refreshments are available for a small charge.
Wednesday 19th March, 7.15 to 8.45
“Faith and philosophy are air but events are brass” (Herman Melville)
The Birmingham Brass Industry 1850 - 1950
By Jan Pick
At the Community Centre, Heathfield Road, B147DB
Jan’s talk will cover the brass founders of Birmingham and their contribution to the wealth of the city. She will be focus on the one still in business today and the Cambridge Street Works. She will also cover the history of The Brass House in Birmingham.
“Faith and philosophy are air but events are brass” (Herman Melville)
The Birmingham Brass Industry 1850 - 1950
By Jan Pick
At the Community Centre, Heathfield Road, B147DB
Jan’s talk will cover the brass founders of Birmingham and their contribution to the wealth of the city. She will be focus on the one still in business today and the Cambridge Street Works. She will also cover the history of The Brass House in Birmingham.
Jan is the Chair of the KHLHS and an enthusiastic local historian. She is currently researching the history of Crofts and Assinder, Birmingham Brass Founders.
Members are free. Visitors pay £3.00. Light refreshments are available for a small charge.