Victoria Memorial (Montreal) facts for kids
| Monument à la reine Victoria | |
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| Location | Victoria Square, Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Designer | Marshall Wood (sculptor) |
| Type | Monument |
| Material | Bronze and granite |
| Beginning date | 1869 |
| Opening date | November 21, 1872 |
| Dedicated to | Victoria of the United Kingdom |
The Victoria Memorial is a special sculpture in the heart of Victoria Square in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is also known by its French name, Monument à la reine Victoria. This monument celebrates Queen Victoria, who was a very important queen.
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Discovering the Victoria Memorial
This beautiful statue of Queen Victoria stands proudly in Victoria Square. A talented artist named Marshall Wood created it. The statue was officially shown to the public in 1872.
Who Unveiled the Statue?
The statue was unveiled by Lord Dufferin. He was the Governor General of Canada at that time. A Governor General is like the Queen's representative in Canada. They act on her behalf.
How Was the Statue Funded?
The money for this monument came from many people. A group of citizens helped to collect donations. People also gave money through something called a "public subscription." This means many people gave small amounts of money to help pay for it.
A Royal Visit to Montreal
The idea for the statue came about when Prince Arthur, Queen Victoria's son, lived in Montreal for a year. The bronze for the statue was made in England in 1869. It was created by a company called Holbrook & Company in Chelsea.
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The Victoria Memorial in Victoria Square, 1903
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