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St George’s Hall Charitable Trust is hosting a free public exhibition that celebrates the life and enduring impact of Mary Seacole (1805–1881), a trailblazing nurse, healer, and humanitarian whose bravery and compassion significantly influenced medical history. The exhibition is scheduled from 6 February to 28 February 2026 and will be open from Monday to Saturday, between 9:30am and 4:30pm.
Visitors to the exhibition will have the opportunity to view a collection of maquettes that were created during the process of developing a permanent marble statue of Mary Seacole. This statue will hold the distinction of being the first monument of a black woman to be installed in the Great Hall of St George’s Hall. These sculptural models provide an uncommon insight into the artistic steps involved in producing a key public artwork that commemorates one of history’s most extraordinary women.
The exhibition is a component of the Mary Seacole Statue Campaign, which is led by St George’s Hall Charitable Trust and fully supported by the Mary Seacole Trust. The goal of this initiative is to place a lasting tribute to Mary Seacole within the Great Hall, alongside the statue of Catherine “Kitty” Wilkinson — the first statue dedicated to a historic woman inside the Hall, installed in 2012.
This endeavor is part of the Trust’s wider dedication to enhancing the recognition of women within St George’s Hall. In addition to preserving the building’s historic features like the Minton tiles and the Willis organ, the Trust is actively working to introduce new statues that honor pioneering women, ensuring their achievements are both acknowledged and remembered. The exhibition is open to everyone at no cost and invites the public to engage with the early phase of this historic project. Contributions of any amount towards the Mary Seacole Statue Campaign are welcomed and play a crucial role in bringing this important tribute to fruition.
Claire Dove OBE, Chair of St George’s Hall Charitable Trust, commented: “Our trust is proud to launch an event featuring Mary Seacole, who was voted the Greatest Black Briton in a BBC poll. Known for her work on the front line of the Crimean War, she was highly regarded by the soldiers she cared for and embodies the determination and resilience we hope to inspire in children and young people. The installation of a Mary Seacole statue reflects our commitment to representing women in public spaces. With this addition, SGH will become the first civic building in the country to feature statues of two women, and the first to honour a black woman. Please support us in making history by donating to help us fulfil this goal.”
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