Memorials & monuments · West Midlands
Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth
In or near Birmingham.
Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- University · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth is a memorial located in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Lapworth Museum of Geology showcases an extensive collection of geological specimens spanning 4.6 billion years of history. Visitors can explore exhibits featuring fossils, minerals, and other geological artifacts, supporting both education and research.
Place summary
The Blue Plaque commemorating Professor Charles Lapworth is located in the West Midlands. It recognises his contributions to geology, particularly for his work on the classification of fossils. The plaque serves as a tribute to his significant impact on the field.
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- Coordinates
- 52.4491, -1.9321
- District
- Birmingham
- Parish
- Birmingham, unparished area
- Postcode
- B15 2TT
- Parliamentary constituency
- Birmingham Selly Oak
- Nearest railway station
- University — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Mo-Fr 10:00-17:00; Sa,Su 12:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.birmingham.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: node/3474099873 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth?
- Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode B15 2TT), in the parish of Birmingham, unparished area.
- What is Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth?
- Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth — a memorial in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth?
- The nearest railway station is University, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode B15 2TT.
- Is Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth free to visit?
- Yes, Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth is free to enter.
- How do I get to Blue Plaque: Professor Charles Lapworth?
- The nearest railway station is University, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode B15 2TT.