
What is recorded here
This blue commemorative plaque records: John Henry Brookes 1891–1975 artist, craftsman, inspirational educator after whom Oxford Brookes University is named lived here 1929–1975 Recorded plaque organisation: Oxfordshire Blue Plaques Board, Oxford Brookes University.
John Henry Brookes was a notable artist, craftsman, and educator who significantly influenced art education in the UK; Oxford Brookes University bears his name in recognition of his contributions.
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Photo: Owen Massey McKnight · CC BY-SA 2.0