John Heminges and Henry Condell Memorial, Bronze and granite memorial in City of London, England.
Description
The memorial sits in St Mary Aldermanbury Garden on Love Lane and features a Shakespeare bust mounted on a granite base. This bronze and granite structure serves as a Grade II listed monument dedicated to two actors who played key roles in preserving Shakespeare's work.
History
The sculptor C. J. Allen created this memorial in 1896 to honor two actors who published Shakespeare's First Folio in 1623. Their editorial work saved many of Shakespeare's plays from being lost to history and made this publication a turning point for how his works were preserved.
Culture
John Heminges and Henry Condell, members of the King's Men acting company, preserved Shakespeare's plays through their editorial work.
Practical
The memorial lies between London Wall and St Paul's Cathedral with several public transportation options within walking distance. The garden is open most days and offers a quiet spot to view the monument and spend time among the surrounding greenery.
Did you know?
The memorial stands where both men were buried in the original St Mary Aldermanbury church before it was destroyed. This location connects their physical remains with the monument that remembers their intellectual legacy.
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