Patrick Geddes
(1854-1932)
Commemorated on 5 plaques
Russell House A 17th Century tenement preserved by Sir Patrick Geddes (1854-1932). This building was rescued from demolition and restored again in 1976 by the perseverence and endeavours of a number of bodies and individuals, including Sir Robert Russell (1890-1972) after whom it was named. City of Edinburgh, Historic Buildings Council for Scotland, Holyrood Housing Association, Link Housing Association, The National Trust for Scotland, Royal Fine Art Commission for Scotland , Architects: Robert Hurd & Partners.
, Edinburgh, United Kingdom where they restored
In honour of Sir Patrick Geddes 1854 - 1932. Biologist, sociologist, urban planner, founder of the first modern Scottish university student residences.
Patrick Geddes Hall, 1846 Mound Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom where they worked
Wallace's Well. Near this spot William Wallace is thought to have taken refuge and sustenance whilst fleeing from his enemies (scouts of the King of England) following a visit to St Margaret's shrine in 1303. The site is also pictured and recorded by Mr Patrick Geddes in his 1904 study of Dunfermline and has changed very little since then.
Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline, United Kingdom where they wrote about
Patrick Geddes Esquire, having at his own expense built and endowed this school, his trustees, as a token of their respect for his memory, and to preserve upon the minds of the youth taught here, the grateful remembrance of their kind benefactor, have erected this tablet. 1824.
Kirk Street, Culross, United Kingdom where they built
Patrick Geddes 1854 - 1932. Natural scientist, sociologist, town planner, activist saved Riddle's Court and established a University Hall here.
Riddle's Court, 322 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom where they restored