The statue of Charles Darwin outside Shrewsbury Library has an interesting history that reflects the town’s pride in its famous son. The statue was commissioned to honor Charles Darwin, who was born in Shrewsbury in 1809 and is renowned for his groundbreaking work on the theory of evolution. Created by the sculptor Sir Joseph Boehm, the bronze statue was unveiled on November 10, 1897, to commemorate Darwin’s significant contributions to science and his connection to the town. Originally, the statue was placed in the center of the grounds in front of…
