Public art & sculpture · London
International Memorial to Seafarers
In or near City of Westminster.
International Memorial to Seafarers in England London, United Kingdom.
Peter McDermott — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall · 0.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
International Memorial to Seafarers is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 2001. Britain's public art ranges from Henry Moore reclining figures and Anthony Gormley installations to the Angel of the North and the surviving statues of empire.
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Official information
The International Memorial to Seafarers is a significant sculpture located at the International Maritime Organization's Headquarters in London. It features a seven-metre high bronze representation of a cargo ship's bow, dedicated to those lost at sea and highlighting the importance of seafaring in the global economy.
Place summary
The International Memorial to Seafarers is a public art installation located in London. Established in 2001, it commemorates the contributions and sacrifices of seafarers. The memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the maritime community's significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4935, -0.1212
- District
- Lambeth
- Parish
- Lambeth, unparished area
- Postcode
- SE1 7SR
- Parliamentary constituency
- Vauxhall and Camberwell Green
- Established
- 2001
- Nearest railway station
- Vauxhall — 0.9 km
- Official site
- manchesterhistory.net
Sources
- wikidata: Q100256283 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is International Memorial to Seafarers?
- International Memorial to Seafarers is in London, United Kingdom (postcode SE1 7SR), in the parish of Lambeth, unparished area.
- What is International Memorial to Seafarers?
- International Memorial to Seafarers in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to International Memorial to Seafarers?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode SE1 7SR.
- When was International Memorial to Seafarers built?
- Built or established in 2001.
- Is International Memorial to Seafarers free to visit?
- Yes, International Memorial to Seafarers is free to enter.
- How do I get to International Memorial to Seafarers?
- The nearest railway station is Vauxhall, about 0.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SE1 7SR.