Victorian Timeline
The Victorian era was one of peace, prosperity and growth. Notable buildings were erected including Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery, the inaugural Shrewsbury Flower was held, Charles Dickens performed twice in the town, and Shrewsbury's most famous son Charles Darwin was born.
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