Tales of Brunswick Square [more]
 
We are compiling materials for a book about the history of Brunswick Square, with the working title "Tales of Brunswick Square". We have discovered lots of historical material, including many famous former residents and events that have happened in the Square since its inception in 1795-1802. However, we would like more stories about people who lived, studied or worked in the Square, particularly between the 1930s and 1960s.

The Story of Marchmont Street [more]
 
If you already have a copy of the first or second editions of "The Story of Marchmont Street - Bloomsbury's original high street" it is still worth buying the third edition, because we have introduced many updates, including 'new' historical facts provided by former residents of the street, more famous former residents and many improved images. The book has proved to be a much appreciated gift, with copies selling World-wide.

Commemorative Plaques Scheme [more]
 
In 2009 the Marchmont Association established its own independent commemorative plaques scheme, with a view to raising awareness of the area's social history. Our first plaque was unveiled at 57 Marchmont Street on 11th October 2009, to honour Kenneth Williams - Comic Actor and star of 26 'Carry On' films.

History Project [more]
 
In 2006 we established a group to research into the history of the area. In 2007 we produced an exhibition, which was first staged in Mary Ward House and then Camden's Local Studies and Archives Centre. It illustrated the story of the development of Marchmont Street from 1790 to the present day (with the support of Awards for All/Heritage Lottery Fund). You can view a low resolution version of the exhibition via the pdf link, below. You can also view a small collection of historic photos via the Flickr.com link, below.

'TOKENS' Public Art Project [more]
 
A notable achievement has been the installation of public art based on the 'Tokens' given to the Foundling Hospital by parents as they handed over their infants to be cared for in the 18th and 19th centuries. The site, known locally as the Marchmont Parade, is directly in front of Foundling Court, on land which was part of the former Foundling Estate, with the 'Tokens' linking back to an exhibition in the unique Foundling Museum at 40 Brunswick Square (link to photo of original 'Tokens' below).