Elmer's Big Parade Plymouth
For 10 weeks in the summer of 2019 a parade of 40 fabulously colourful and unique elephants were displayed around the beautiful city of Plymouth and surrounding areas.
From the hustle and bustle of the city streets to the peace and grandeur of the Hoe, and from the green spaces of Plymouth to the spectacular coastline; Elmer’s Big Parade Plymouth took people on a tour of Britain’s Ocean City.
St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth worked in partnership with Wild in Art and Andersen Press to bring this mass participation, family friendly, art trail to life; featuring the much beloved children’s character of Elmer, by Devon born artist and author David McKee.
The Elmer sculptures raised a staggering £323,750 at auction to support the work of St Luke’s Hospice.
About Elmer the Patchwork Elephant
Written and illustrated by celebrated children’s author and artist David McKee, the Elmer books have been translated into more than 60 languages and now new books, toys and clothing add to the world of Elmer the Patchwork Elephant.
About St Luke’s Hospice
St Luke’s Hospice Plymouth is an independent charity providing specialist care and support to people with progressive life-limiting illnesses in Plymouth, South West Devon and East Cornwall.
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