Monument to Sir Alfred Lewis Jones

Monument to Sir Alfred Lewis Jones is a Grade II listed statue at Liverpool's Pier Head featuring a crowned female figure holding a globe topped with a ship, representing the city itself. Flanking this central figure are two allegorical statues personifying Research and Industry, all carved in stone by sculptor George Frampton.

Created in 1913 by George Frampton, this memorial honors Sir Alfred Lewis Jones, a Welsh businessman who founded the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine. The monument was erected when the city sought to celebrate its role as a center of commerce and medical advancement.

The crowned figure representing Liverpool stands alongside symbols of learning and production, showing how the city viewed itself as a center of knowledge and trade. The monument reflects the values that shaped Liverpool's identity during that era, blending civic pride with respect for intellectual advancement.

The monument sits directly by the waterfront among other maritime landmarks at Pier Head and is easily accessible on foot from downtown Liverpool. You can walk around it to view the stone figures from different angles and read the carved details that tell the story of Jones' achievements.

The memorial blends medieval design elements, including a tabard decorated with Liverpool's heraldic symbols and a relief of an ancient sailing vessel called Enterprise. Scientific imagery such as a detailed microscope and a caduceus are incorporated into the stone, representing Jones' contributions to advancing medical knowledge and international business.

Location: Liverpool

Creator: George Frampton

GPS coordinates: 53.40546,-2.99686

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40