The Post Office and Library, Greendale Road, Port Sunlight
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The Post Office and Library, Greendale Road, Port Sunlight
The Post Office and Library, Greendale Road, Port Sunlight. Date: circa 1910
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Accommodate Community Employees Experiment Families Hesketh Ideal Lever Leverhulme Office Planned Planning Sunlight Wirral Greendale
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The Post Office and Library on Greendale Road, Port Sunlight, circa 1910, is a captivating snapshot of the idyllic model community designed by Victorian philanthropist, William Hesketh Lever, Baron Leverhulme. This image showcases two essential institutions that accommodated the needs of the workers and their families in this planned, modern social housing experiment. Lever, a pioneer in town planning and industrial welfare, established Port Sunlight in the late 19th century with the vision of creating a utopian, ideal community for his soap factory workers. The Post Office and Library were integral parts of this vision, reflecting Lever's commitment to providing his employees with the necessary modern amenities. The Post Office, with its red-brick facade and ornate detailing, exudes a sense of stability and reliability, symbolizing the connection between the community and the outside world. The Library, located adjacent to the Post Office, represents knowledge and learning, offering a space for residents to expand their horizons and foster a love for reading. This photograph, taken around 1910, captures the essence of Port Sunlight's unique blend of modern town planning, social welfare, and community spirit. The Post Office and Library on Greendale Road stand as testaments to Lever's vision, which continues to inspire and influence town planning and social housing initiatives to this day. The Wirral town of Port Sunlight remains an intriguing piece of history, offering a glimpse into the past while maintaining its charm and character as a thriving, modern community.
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