Mechanics' Institutes

Mechanics' Institutes (or simply "Institutes") are educational establishments, originally founded in Scotland in 1821 to provide adult education, particularly in technical subjects, to working men. There have been numerous such (and related) intitutions across the globe over the years.

For a general overview of the history, aims and functions of these institutions internationally , see the entry on "Mechanics' Institutes" in Wikipedia[1]

Institutes of this nature have over the years served as venues for theatrical and other presentations and performances.

South African examples include

The Mechanics' Institute in Cape Town

The Mechanics' Institute in Port Elizabeth

The Railway Institute's in various locations

Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mechanics%27_Institutes

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