Public art & sculpture · London
W. S. Gilbert Memorial
In or near London.
W. S. Gilbert Memorial in England London, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Embankment · 0.0 km
- Paid entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
W. S. Gilbert Memorial is a public sculpture in England London, United Kingdom, dating from 1914. 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
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Place summary
The W. S. Gilbert Memorial is a public art installation located in London, established in 1914. It commemorates the playwright and librettist W. S. Gilbert, known for his collaboration with composer Arthur Sullivan.
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- Coordinates
- 51.5072, -0.1216
- District
- Westminster
- Parish
- Westminster, unparished area
- Postcode
- WC2N 6NU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cities of London and Westminster
- Phone
- 0203 245 1177
- Established
- 1914
- Nearest railway station
- Embankment — 0 km
- Official site
- www.thamesribexperience.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q27081628 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is W. S. Gilbert Memorial?
- W. S. Gilbert Memorial is in London, United Kingdom (postcode WC2N 6NU), in the parish of Westminster, unparished area.
- What is W. S. Gilbert Memorial?
- W. S. Gilbert Memorial in England London, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to W. S. Gilbert Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Embankment, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode WC2N 6NU.
- When was W. S. Gilbert Memorial built?
- Built or established in 1914.
- Is W. S. Gilbert Memorial free to visit?
- Yes, W. S. Gilbert Memorial is free to enter.
- How do I get to W. S. Gilbert Memorial?
- The nearest railway station is Embankment, about 0.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode WC2N 6NU.