The memorial statue of the founder of the State Library of Victoria, Sir Redmond holds centre stage and in a prominent position in the middle of the entrance steps of the forecourt and front lawns area. Barry founded some of Melbourne's most famous public institutions, including the University of Melbourne and Royal Melbourne Hospital. The statue of Barry, measuring 2.97 metres tall and having a plinth at 2.58 metres, was installed in front of the State Library of Victoria in 1887. He was a prominent Melbournian who briefly held the position of the first solicitor-general of Victoria before being elevated to the new bench of the Supreme Court of Victoria. He died in November 1880.

Great spot to see a statue of one of the most important people in the founding of the state and for donating the resources necessary for building the state library behind it. Many tour groups also meet in front of this statue including free walking tours.

Is that 1880? Long time ago. He doesn't seem to age.

Library is amazing, especially the view from level 6

Central Melbourne, right in front of state library

It's a statue but the real treasure is the library behind.

Nice place to rest after long walks in the city.

One of my favorite places to take photos and watch the world go by.

This statue is placed in the front of Victoria state library

Good meeting place to have a coffee on the grass outside the state library

There are a lot of people, so I don’t know if I will be able to concentrate while studying here.

We had our lunch there recently while on hokidays. Great place to watch the world go by and just take everything in around us. Always something happening in Melbourne and often for little price or free. Alot of the little Lane ways have the best restaurants. Love the CBD

Well known and easily found meeting point between Victoria State Library and Melbourne Metro Central Tram Station. Used as gathering point for Melbourne's "I'm Free" tours.

A most iconic and memorable place!

Eh, a statue and an awesome library behind it

First word on the statue is very funny. And the state library is pretty cool as well... I guess

It's mesmerizing

Thank you, Sir Redmond, for your attention to cultural pursuits and the education of the general publc.

As far as statues go, this one would have to rank amongst the top 10.

Iconic statue. Loved the detail. Unfortunately not maintained very well (often covered in bird poo).

State library is awesome the lawns have chess skateboards s forum and meeting and rallying place for Melbourne s activists of all stripes.

Its lovely here. Just pity the library is closed

i had a great time briefly standing near Sir Redmond Barry Statue. cheers

Open space in front of state library

Great for people watching, sadly not many people say hello

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Lovely place to hang out when the weather is fine

A beautiful place to enjoy a quiet picnic lunch with family. Really well cared for and a great view of the sculpture.