New Zealand Memorial in London
Artist's impression of the New Zealand Memorial in Hyde Park.
News
- Te Manawa's, 'Paul Dibble: NZ Memorial for London', exhibition to tours New Zealand
See related activities for more information about the exhibition and touring dates - New Panel in Wellington Arch
The New Zealand Memorial exhibition being held in Wellington Arch has been expanded to include a new panel about the dedication ceremony. There is also a brochure available to guide visitors around the memorial, giving sources and interpretation of the decorative details on each standard. For more information see related activities - Anzac Day 2007
See Anzac Day images at the New Zealand Memorial - NZ
Memorial architect honoured as New Zealander of the Year 2007 in the UK
See media release on NZ High Commission website - The dedication ceremony
You can: see images from the dedication ceremony in London here; download the ceremonial booklet (1mb, pdf); read the Queen's speech (others will be added as they become available) and see a related media release. - Did you miss the dedication ceremony?
You can view the London Memorial dedication ceremony on the TVNZ website .
Overview
The New Zealand Memorial in London's Hyde Park Corner commemorates the enduring bonds between New Zealand and the United Kingdom, and our shared sacrifice during times of war. It is a symbol both of our common heritage and of New Zealand's distinct identity.
Designed by architect John Hardwick-Smith and sculptor Paul Dibble the memorial consists of 16 cross-shaped vertical bronze 'standards' set out in formation on a grassy slope. Each standard is adorned with text, patterns and small sculptures. "Through the words and images, any New Zealander visiting the memorial will recognise home, and British people may learn something of the relationship between our two countries," explains Paul Dibble.
The memorial, was dedicated on 11 November 2006 and is expected to become a particular focus for Anzac Day commemorations in London each year.
The project is being managed by the Ministry for Culture and Heritage in consultation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand Defence Force, and Veterans' Affairs New Zealand. In London, it is being carried out in cooperation with English Heritage and the Westminster City Council.