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Dr Elizabeth Deans
Architectural historian and Assistant Director at the Axelson-Johnson Centre for the Study of Classical Architecture, specialist in Sir Christopher Wren and 17th–18th century practice.
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Nov 10, 2025
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The Rise of St Paul's Cathedral
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Join architectural historian Dr. Elizabeth Deans, a specialist in Sir Christopher Wren, as she discusses the fascinating birth of St Paul’s Cathedral from the ashes of the Great Fire of London. Delve into Wren’s journey from scientist to state architect and his ambitious designs that met both admiration and resistance. Discover the technical marvel of the dome and evolving architectural influences, alongside Wren's hands-on approach in his later years. This captivating story highlights how beauty rose from destruction, cementing Wren's legacy in British architecture.
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