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Was it a school for the deaf? Right here stands Dumbiedykes Lodge a place steeped in history. Dumbiedykes Lodge isn’t just a building it’s a legacy. It’s where Braidwood’s Academy once stood. This was the world’s first school for deaf children. Thomas Braidwood a pioneering educator founded it in 1760. Imagine the quiet dedication the innovative teaching methods. The pupils were known as “dumbies”. That’s how the area got its unusual name Dumbiedykes. Dumbiedykes Lodge marks a significant point in deaf education. The school’s legacy lives on. It helped pave the way for deaf education worldwide. Famous figures attended Braidwood’s Academy including John Goodricke a renowned astronomer. Samuel Johnson even visited describing it as a place of philosophical curiosity. The original building is long gone. It was demolished in the 1940s. But a commemorative plaque stands on Dumbiedykes Road. It pays tribute to Braidwood’s revolutionary work. The plaque reminds us of Dumbiedykes Lodge’s importance. It’s a testament to the school’s impact. Dumbiedykes Lodge stands proudly today a symbol of progress. It represents the triumph of the human spirit. The spirit of learning and acceptance. A quiet reminder of a pivotal moment in history. A moment that changed the lives of countless deaf people. So next time you are in Dumbiedykes. Take a moment to reflect on this remarkable legacy.

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