John Young Monument facts for kids
| Monument à John Young | |
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 Location in Montreal
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| Coordinates | 45°30′00″N 73°33′12″W / 45.500134°N 73.553456°W |
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| Location | 333 Street de la Commune West |
| Designer | Louis-Philippe Hébert |
| Type | Historical Monument |
| Material | Bronze on stone pedestal |
| Width | 2.75 metres (9.0 ft) |
| Height | 2.9 metres (9.5 ft) |
| Beginning date | 1908 |
| Opening date | October 4, 1911 |
| Dedicated to | John Young |
The John Young Monument (in French, Monument à John Young) is a special statue in Montreal, Canada. It honors a very important Canadian politician named John Young. The monument was created by a famous sculptor, Louis-Philippe Hébert. You can find it in the Old Port of Montreal, which is a historic area. John Young was the first leader of the Port Commission there, helping to make the port what it is today.
Honoring John Young
This monument was built to remember John Young. It was first put up in front of the port in 1908. A group called the John Young Memorial Committee helped make it happen. In 1997, the monument was moved to its current spot. You can now see it in front of the Allan Building on rue de la Commune at Saint-Pierre.
Who Was John Young?
John Young was a very important person in Canadian history. He was the first Chairman of the Port Commission. This means he was in charge of making the Old Port of Montreal bigger and better. He worked hard to develop the port, making it a key part of Canada's trade. His efforts were so important that people called him the "father" of the port. He passed away in 1878, but his legacy lives on.
Building the Monument
The sculptor Louis-Philippe Hébert created the figures for this monument in 1895. The monument was officially shown to the public on October 4, 1911. This date was special because it was John Young's 100th birthday. It was a great way to celebrate his life and contributions.
What Does the Monument Show?
The monument features a statue of John Young himself. At the bottom of the monument, you'll see a figure of Neptune. Neptune is a god from old stories, often linked to the sea. Here, Neptune symbolically represents the Saint Lawrence River. This river was very important for the port's success. The statue reminds us how much John Young did for the port and the river.
