Memorials & monuments · London
First Plastic in the World
In or near City of London.
First Plastic in the World — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Hackney Wick · 0.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
First Plastic in the World is a memorial located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The First Plastic in the World is a public art installation located in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London. It features ten semi-mature trees, each adorned with large metal rings that commemorate the history of the site and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Place summary
The First Plastic in the World memorial is located in London. It commemorates the invention of the first synthetic plastic, Bakelite, marking a significant milestone in materials science. This memorial highlights the impact of innovation on modern life and industry.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5447, -0.0245
- District
- Hackney
- Parish
- Hackney, unparished area
- Postcode
- E9 5TX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Hackney South and Shoreditch
- Nearest railway station
- Hackney Wick — 0.1 km
- Official site
- www.ackroydandharvey.com
Sources
- osm: node/11931279453 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is First Plastic in the World?
- First Plastic in the World is in London, United Kingdom (postcode E9 5TX), in the parish of Hackney, unparished area.
- What is First Plastic in the World?
- First Plastic in the World — a memorial in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to First Plastic in the World?
- The nearest railway station is Hackney Wick, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode E9 5TX.
- Is First Plastic in the World free to visit?
- Yes, First Plastic in the World is free to enter.
- How do I get to First Plastic in the World?
- The nearest railway station is Hackney Wick, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode E9 5TX.