Church Institute, Leeds and British Deaf Association blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: The Church Institute The power house behind the advancement of religious and secular education on the principles of the Church of England in Leeds, and the home for a host of Church organisations. The British Deaf Association was founded here on 24 July 1890. Erected 1866-68. Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.

The Church Institute served as a pivotal center for religious and secular education under Church of England principles in Leeds, fostering numerous church organizations; it is also notable for being the founding site of the British Deaf Association on July 24, 1890.