Marlowe Memorial

The Marlowe Memorial, dedicated to playwright Christopher Marlowe, is a striking statue located outside the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury, England. Erected in 1891, it features a bronze statue known as The Muse of Poetry, created by Edward Onslow Ford, along with statuettes of actors portraying Marlowe's characters. The memorial was initiated by a committee aiming to honor Marlowe's contributions to English literature, particularly his influence on blank verse. Despite facing challenges such as funding issues and damage during World War II, the memorial has become a focal point for celebrating Marlowe's legacy and Elizabethan literature, attracting both tourists and scholars alike.