Famous Five Statue

Located in Calgary’s Olympic Plaza, the Famous Five Statue commemorates five remarkable women—Emily Murphy, Henrietta Muir Edwards, Irene Parlby, Louise McKinney, and Nellie McClung, who fought for and won the landmark “Persons Case” in 1929. Their victory changed Canadian history by securing women’s legal status as “persons,” enabling them to be appointed to the Senate, a pivotal step towards gender equality in the country.

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$580,000

1706, 108 9 Avenue Sw, Calgary

1 Bed 2 Baths 919 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2301723

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$499,900

1104, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,105 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2300290

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$549,900

802, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,141 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2300097

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$298,000

1503, 225 11 Avenue Se, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 550 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2299577

CIR Realty

$189,900

907, 221 6 Avenue Se, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 723 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2298543

Hope Street Real Estate Corp.

$3,000

530 3 Street Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,100 SqFt Rental MLS® # A2297522

City Homes Realty

$28

110, 1018 Macleod Trail Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2296790

KPLI Real Estate Corporation

$38

100, 1018 Macleod Trail Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2296705

KPLI Real Estate Corporation

$775,000

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3508, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,149 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2295609

Synterra Realty

$268,900

804, 225 11 Avenue Se, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 491 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2294213

KIC Realty

$2,050,000

1801, 108 9 Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 3 Baths 2,393 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2282836

Sotheby's International Realty Canada

$15

↓ $13

230, 1018 Macleod Trail Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2291224

KPLI Real Estate Corporation

$500,000

1205, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,002 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2288816

Engel & Völkers Calgary

$199,900

1509, 221 6 Avenue Se, Calgary

1 Bed 1 Bath 698 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2287459

RE/MAX Complete Realty

$3,500

↑ $200

530 3 Street , Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,250 SqFt Rental MLS® # A2287096

City Homes Realty

$449,900

1803, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 885 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2286260

City Homes Realty

$549,900

3905, 530 3 Street Se, Calgary

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,025 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2285818

City Homes Realty

$1,500,000

203, 221 10 Avenue Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2276596

CDN Global Advisors Ltd.

$3,250

530 3 Street Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 1,100 SqFt Rental MLS® # A2277156

City Homes Realty

$1,900,000

↓ $75,000

2004, 108 9th Avenue Sw, Calgary

2 Beds 3 Baths 2,399 SqFt Residential MLS® # A2264092

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$2,305,000

↓ $395,000

206 11 Avenue Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2253836

CIR Realty

$21

245, 221 6 Avenue Se, Calgary

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Commercial MLS® # A2127316

Grand Realty

Key Features of the Famous Five Statue

• Location: Situated in Olympic Plaza, a central and accessible location in downtown Calgary.
• Design: Bronze sculptures by artist Barbara Paterson, capturing the five women in a triumphant and celebratory pose.
• Historical Significance: Unveiled in 1999 to mark the 70th anniversary of the Persons Case, this statue honors their enduring legacy in Canadian history.

Recent Developments

In 2024, the Famous Five Statues were set to be relocated due to ongoing construction in Olympic Plaza. The Famous 5 Foundation hopes the statue will remain a central feature of the area as it continues to develop.

Visiting Information

The Famous Five Statue is open to the public and free to visit. It is located at 228 8 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K7, Canada. Visitors can easily access the monument and reflect on the historical importance of the women it honors.

Why Visit the Famous Five Statue?

The Famous Five Statue is more than just a piece of art; it is a symbol of the struggle for gender equality in Canada. A visit to this monument is a chance to learn about the history and legacy of these trailblazing women and be inspired by their contributions to Canadian society.