College of Technology and Museum Extension facts for kids
Quick facts for kids College of Technology and Museum Extension |
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The building in 2018
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| General information | |
| Address | Byrom Street, Liverpool, England |
| Coordinates | 53°24′36″N 2°58′57″W / 53.410028°N 2.98244°W |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Edward William Mountford |
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Listed Building – Grade II*
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| Official name: College of Technology and Museum Extension | |
| Designated: | 12 July 1966 |
| Reference #: | 1205724 |
The College of Technology and Museum Extension is a large, historic building on Byrom Street in Liverpool, England. It was designed by the architect Edward William Mountford and built over many years, from 1896 to 1909.
This impressive building was created for two main reasons. It was designed to be a new College of Technology and also an extension for the nearby museum. Because of its historical and architectural importance, it was made a Grade II* listed building in 1966. This special status means the building is protected so it can be enjoyed for years to come.
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A Building with Two Purposes
When the building first opened, it was split between two different groups. The college classes and workshops were held on the lower floors, while the museum used the upper floors for its collections.
During World War II, the building was damaged by bombs. Some parts had to be rebuilt in the 1960s to repair the damage.
From College to University Life
Over time, the college part of the building became part of Liverpool John Moores University. At first, it was home to the university's engineering department.
Later, the space was used by the Sports Science and Computing departments. It even housed the university's powerful mainframe computers, which were essential for research and data processing at the time.
A New Chapter for the Museum
More recently, the World Museum Liverpool (which used to be called the Liverpool Museum) took over the entire building. The university departments moved out, and the museum began using the space for its important research work. Today, the building is a key part of the museum's operations, helping experts study and care for historical artifacts.
See also
- Architecture of Liverpool
- Grade II* listed buildings in Liverpool – City Centre
External links
- Liverpool Pictorial - See more photos of the museum area.
- Liverpool World Heritage - Learn about the historic area where the building is located.
