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Episode 204 - Building a legacy: the life and designs of Sir Christopher Wren

Episode 204 - Building a legacy: the life and designs of Sir Christopher Wren

FromThe English Heritage Podcast


Episode 204 - Building a legacy: the life and designs of Sir Christopher Wren

FromThe English Heritage Podcast

ratings:
Length:
73 minutes
Released:
Mar 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This week, we’re joined by Senior Properties Historian Steven Brindle to discuss the life and legacy of Britain’s most famous architect, Sir Christopher Wren, as we approach the 300th anniversary of his death. We discuss how he discovered his talent for design, his commission to create St Paul’s Cathedral and a possible link to Stonehenge in Wiltshire.

To discover the story of Christopher Wren’s blue plaque at his former London home, go to www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/blue-plaques/christopher-wren
Released:
Mar 2, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

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