Mission Statement

The advancement of education in Joseph Priestley of Birstall and Heckmondwike (1733-1804), in particular by celebrating and honouring his legacy, preserving local heritage and items of historic interest and educating the public on his contribution towards education, science, religion and politics.

About The Priestley Society

Charity No.: 1114470

The Joseph Priestley Society was founded in 2004 and became a registered charity on June 1st 2006. The Society is run by Joseph Priestley enthusiasts who aim to bring greater awareness and recognition of the scientist and preacher Joseph Priestley. Members of the Joseph Priestley society include scientists, university lecturers, teachers, librarians, historians and students. We aim to educate people about his life and legacy and to promote his contribution towards education, science, religion and politics. The Society has published books, made radio broadcasts (available for download here) and has numerous members and contacts throughout the world.

The Priestley section of our website aims to provide information about Joseph Priestley, for example the events of his life and the details of his discoveries. If you have any questions that our sites connot answer then you can contact us via email.

We are located in Yorkshire, England - only a few miles from where Priestley was born - and we hold meetings in the Old Hall, Heckmondwike.

Read The Priestley Society Constitution