One of a number of libraries founded by the philanthropist John Passmore Edwards. The building fell into disuse after a new library was opened as part of the nearby Westfield London development. It was then reopened in 2011 as the new home of the Bush Theatre. The photograph was taken at the opening of the library in 1896.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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Shepherd's Bush Library
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This non-political, non-commercial association is now known as the Mekong Club. The picture source website gives an account of the history of the association.
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