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The Most Extraordinary Man

  • The Golden Square Marquee Golden Square Jewellery Quarter, B18 6NF (map)
Heathfield Hall in Handsworth where James Watt lived from 1790-1819.

Heathfield Hall in Handsworth where James Watt lived from 1790-1819.

Chris Rice will provide an introduction to James Watt's life, his family and his social/intellectual networks especially the Lunar Society. This talk will also explore Watt's legacy and how his son James junior helped to create a mythology around his father's achievements.

Free event , part of the Jewellery Quarter Festival

This event is organised by Jewellery Quarter BID

Earlier Event: June 29
The family of James Watt
Later Event: July 2
Watt's Orbit: Artist in residence