Lord Stanley Statue
Overview
At the entrance to Vancouver’s iconic Stanley Park, visitors are greeted by the welcoming figure of Lord Stanley of Preston. This bronze statue, unveiled on May 19, 1960, captures Lord Stanley with open arms, symbolically inviting everyone to explore one of the city’s most beloved green spaces. While he officially opened the park on October 29, 1889, it took decades of community fundraising—about ten years—before the statue could commemorate his lasting contribution.
The statue is more than a historical marker; it’s a reminder of Vancouver’s growth and the vision that shaped its public spaces. Standing in bronze, Lord Stanley seems almost alive, his gesture encouraging passersby to pause, look around, and imagine the park as it once was over a century ago. The surrounding trees, the sounds of birds, and the scent of cedar create a serene atmosphere that perfectly frames this welcoming monument.
For locals and visitors alike, the statue is a favorite spot to start a stroll into Stanley Park, offering a quiet moment of reflection before venturing along its winding trails, along the seawall, or toward the waterfront. Pausing here connects you to the park’s history, the community effort that brought it to life, and the enduring spirit of Vancouver itself.
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Lord Stanley Statue
At the entrance to Vancouver’s iconic Stanley Park, visitors are greeted by the welcoming figure of Lord Stanley of Preston. This bronze statue, unveiled on May 19, 1960, captures Lord Stanley with open arms, symbolically inviting everyone to explore one of the city’s most beloved green spaces. While he officially opened the park on October 29, 1889, it took decades of community fundraising—about ten years—before the statue could commemorate his lasting contribution. The statue is more than a historical marker; it’s a reminder of Vancouver’s growth and the vision that shaped its public spaces. Standing in bronze, Lord Stanley seems almost alive, his gesture encouraging passersby to pause, look around, and imagine the park as it once was over a century ago. The surrounding trees, the sounds of birds, and the scent of cedar create a serene atmosphere that perfectly frames this welcoming monument. For locals and visitors alike, the statue is a favorite spot to start a stroll into Stanley Park, offering a quiet moment of reflection before venturing along its winding trails, along the seawall, or toward the waterfront. Pausing here connects you to the park’s history, the community effort that brought it to life, and the enduring spirit of Vancouver itself.
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