Many were called mechanics' institutes. The London Mechanics' Institute dates to 1823. The Boston Mechanics' Institute was founded in 1826. Henry Washburn and his cousin Ichabod Washburn ...

They claim to be London's first all-female garage and want ... If girls don’t know that other girls are mechanics, they’re never going to walk into a college and give it a go." ...

The Mechanics' Institute is a leading cultural center that includes a vibrant library, a world-renowned chess program and a full calendar of engaging cultural events. Founded in 1854 to serve the ...