The Family - Guelph, ON
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N 43° 32.759 W 080° 14.970
17T E 560628 N 4821722
Sculpture and fountain in downtown Guelph
Waymark Code: WMY6Q0
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 05/01/2018
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This sculpture, known as "The Family" was made by William McElcheran. It's located at St. George's Square in Guelph, Ontario. The sculpture depicts a naked man and women holding up an infant.
The sculpture was unveiled July 4, 1985 by Jeanne Sauve, the Governor General of Canada at the time.
Plaque Text:
"THE FAMILY IS ONE OF NATURE'S MASTERPIECES"
- George Santayana
This fountain and sculpture, "The Family" are dedicated to our forefathers, the men and women who came from other lands to this country, Canada and this community, Guelph.
They and their families give testimony to a spirit that has made our community strong and caring. These men, women and their children have assured our future growth and vitality.
Sculptor - William McElcheran
Dedicated July 4, 1985 by the Right Honourable Jeanne Sauve P.C., C.C., C.M.M., C.D. Governor General of Canada
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: The Family
Figure Type: Human
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: William McElcheran
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: July 4, 1985
Materials used: Bronze
Location: St. George's Square
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