A new sculpture celebrating Robert Louis Stevenson and his connection to Westbourne has been installed in Alum Chine.
The artwork commemorates the writer’s time in the area, where he lived with his wife Franny in the late nineteenth century and wrote some of his most acclaimed works, including Kidnapped and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde.
Visitors are encouraged to explore the historic Alum Chine and discover ‘lost pages’ from Stevenson’s works placed on stone markers along the route. The sculpture, created by Circling the Square, incorporates imagery and quotes from Stevenson’s books, inspired by input from the local community and children at St Michael’s Church of England Primary School.
Councillor Andy Martin said the project is a celebration of Bournemouth’s literary heritage and a new cultural landmark for residents and visitors.
The Friends of Skerryvore, who care for the site of Stevenson’s former home, also supported the project. Skerryvore Gardens, which mark the site of the Stevensons’ house, remain open to the public and are maintained by volunteers.
The project is part of BCP’s Coastal Art Trail and is funded by a UK Government grant. More information can be found at explorebcp.co.uk
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