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A Slice of Renaissance Italy in Leeds

Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ New Generation Thinker John Gallagher investigates Leeds's colourful architectural history and how heritage can be reconciled with urban development.

John Gallagher, historian at the University of Leeds, explores how Victorian buildings in Leeds's city centre came to be inspired by Renaissance style and how this precious architectural heritage can exist in harmony with a modern renaissance in urban development.

Contributors:

Rachael Unsworth, urban geographer and leader of Leeds city walking tours

Janet Douglas, urban historian

Phil Ward, Lead Conservation Officer at Leeds City Council

Music: Mendelssohn's Italian Symphony

Producer: Eliane Glaser

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14 minutes

Last on

Sun 4 Jun 2023 19:15

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  • Sun 4 Jun 2023 19:15

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