Leeds Union Workhouse, William Perkin, and Elisha Backhouse blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Leeds Union Workhouse opened in 1861 at a cost of £32,00 to accommodate 800 paupers. In 1944 it became part of St James's Hospital, and in 1995-97 it was splendidly refurbished as the Thackray Medical Museum. Architects: Perkin & Backhouse Recorded plaque organisation: Leeds Civic Trust.

William Perkin and Elisha Backhouse were architects responsible for designing the Leeds Union Workhouse, a significant structure that later transformed into St James's Hospital and then the Thackray Medical Museum, reflecting changes in social welfare and medical education over time.