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William Francis Ganong Statue Unveiled in St. Stephen, New Brunswick
A bronze sculpture of William Francis Ganong was unveiled in St. Stephen near the St. Croix River on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. W. F. Ganong was a renowned scientist known for mapping New Brunswick's coastline, waterways and mountains.
The statue was commissioned by the Town of St. Stephen to honour Ganong who was a member of the famous family who founded Ganong Chocolatier in the area. Ganong didn't follow in his family's chocolate-making footsteps--instead pursuing a life of science and botany. Sculptors Fred Harrison and Darren Byers created the 6'8 bronze masterpiece that is now been designated a provincial landmark.
Although Ganong died in 1941 almost 80 years ago, he is still considered to be one of New Brunswick's most unifying historic figures, thanks to his keen interest in all areas of the province's diverse cultural landscape, from First Nations communities to Acadian settlements. The statue pays tribute to his love of the cultural mosaic that is New Brunswick is the fine details such as the maps engraved into the bronze figure's back.
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