Statue of Robert Burns, Marble statue and category B listed building in Church Place, Dumfries, Scotland.
The Statue of Robert Burns is a marble likeness of the Scottish poet standing on a grey stone pedestal with decorative friezes and marble inscription panels at Church Place. The figure is carved from white Carrara marble and positioned centrally within the town.
The sculpture was created by artist Amelia Robertson Hill and cast by Italian artisans, then unveiled in 1882 by Lord Rosebery. This commission marked a major effort to recognize the poet's legacy in the town where he lived his final years.
The monument honors Robert Burns, who spent his final years in Dumfries and wrote poems that shaped Scottish literature. Locals view the site as a symbol of the deep bond between the poet and the town.
The statue sits in the town center of Dumfries and is easy to find and view from multiple angles. You can walk around it freely at any time and see it clearly from Church Place.
The sculpture was created by a female artist, which was uncommon in the 19th century. Amelia Robertson Hill was a pioneering sculptor who worked in a field dominated by men.
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