The Yorkshire Architectural and York Archaeological Society (Y.A.Y.A.S.) is a learned society formed in 1842 as the Yorkshire Architectural Society. Its membership was made up of clergymen and laymen led by Rev. George Ayliffe Poole from Leeds. Its main objectives were the study of ecclesiastical architecture and design, and the restoration of churches within Yorkshire; it also intended to promote improvements in the design of future ecclesiastical buildings. The first annual general meeting was held in the De Grey Rooms, York on 7 October 1842. Rev. George Ayliffe Poole took the role of secretary while Richard Bethell became the society's chair. The society planned to meet twice a year for general business and the reading of papers, which it would publish if of sufficient interest. Over three hundred members joined before the first meeting. The donation of books, plans and drawings from members was encouraged to form a society museum and library. A permanent room in Minster Yard housed the museum, library and meeting room from June 1844 until 1857 when these moved to the School of Art. More information...
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