
The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library
Wed 28 Oct · 18:30
Corbett Community Library
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The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is a talk scheduled for October 28th at Corbett Community Library in London. It explores Andrew Carnegie's philosophy and the architectural legacy that includes the venue, which houses one of his community libraries. More details are forthcoming on this event.
We are delighted to welcome Jon Wright, Chair of the Archibald Corbett Society, who will share a fascinating insight into Andrew Carnegie, his philosophy and the architectural legacy that our library is part of. An architectural historian by training, Jon has previously worked for the Twentieth Century Society, The Council for British Archaeology and the War Memorials Trust. Jon is an active member in the Working Party of DOCOMOMO UK which seeks to further understanding and debate internationally about modern architecture in the UK. He also teaches on the Cambridge MSc Building History programme on Modern Movement buildings. He is currently writing his first book on the architecture of Mervyn Seal ARIBA. Jon has expertise around the architectural history of and the conservation issues affecting twentieth century buildings - with a further specialism in post-war architectural history. We will be running a reasonably priced bar. Doors open at 6.30pm and the talk starts at 7pm. Tickets for this talk are FREE but spaces are limited so please book your ticket here.
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The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 18:30.
The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is held at Corbett Community Library in London (103 Torridon Road, London, SE6 1RQ).
Entry to The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Corbett Community Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library can be booked via corbettcommunity.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library
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The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is a talk scheduled for October 28th at Corbett Community Library in London. It explores Andrew Carnegie's philosophy and the architectural legacy that includes the venue, which houses one of his community libraries. More details are forthcoming on this event.
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We are delighted to welcome Jon Wright, Chair of the Archibald Corbett Society, who will share a fascinating insight into Andrew Carnegie, his philosophy and the architectural legacy that our library is part of. An architectural historian by training, Jon has previously worked for the Twentieth Century Society, The Council for British Archaeology and the War Memorials Trust. Jon is an active member in the Working Party of DOCOMOMO UK which seeks to further understanding and debate internationally about modern architecture in the UK. He also teaches on the Cambridge MSc Building History programme on Modern Movement buildings. He is currently writing his first book on the architecture of Mervyn Seal ARIBA. Jon has expertise around the architectural history of and the conservation issues affecting twentieth century buildings - with a further specialism in post-war architectural history. We will be running a reasonably priced bar. Doors open at 6.30pm and the talk starts at 7pm. Tickets for this talk are FREE but spaces are limited so please book your ticket here.
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Corbett Community Library103 Torridon Road, London, SE6 1RQ
Hither Green, London
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When is The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library?
The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 18:30.
Where is The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library taking place?
The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is held at Corbett Community Library in London (103 Torridon Road, London, SE6 1RQ).
How much are tickets for The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library?
Entry to The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Corbett Community Library can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library?
Tickets for The Public Good: A contextual history of the Catford Community Library can be booked via corbettcommunity.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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