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Victoria community library ship project

Overview

Jeff Apolinario, a resident of Victoria, British Columbia, constructed an eight-foot replica of the historic Queen Mary ship to serve as a ‘little free library’ at Ogden Point. The wooden model features intricate details such as lifeboats, railings, windows, and doors, and is capable of holding approximately 50 books.

The project carries personal significance for Apolinario, who worked on the construction with his late wife, Marge. Apolinario chose the classic design of the Queen Mary to avoid a modern ‘floating hotel’ aesthetic.

The installation has become a local landmark and community hub, attracting tourists from cruise ships and local residents, particularly during large-scale events like the Canadian Forces Snowbirds air show.

Entities

Ogden Point · Jeff Apolinario · Queen Mary · Victoria · Queen Mary (ship)

Timeline

15 days ago

[CULTURE] 8 sources
Victoria man builds Queen Mary-style little free library
A Victoria man has built an eight-foot-long Queen Mary ship model that functions as a unique little free library at Ogden Point, attracting many local visitors and tourists.
18 days ago

[CULTURE] 4 sources
Jeff Apolinario's Queen Mary‑style little free library attracts visitors in Victoria
Jeff Apolinario built an eight‑foot Queen Mary‑style little free library at Ogden Point, Victoria, drawing tourists and locals with its 50‑book capacity and detailed ship replica.

Sources

albernivalleynews.com · campbellrivermirror.com · chemainusvalleycourier.ca · comoxvalleyrecord.com · goldstreamgazette.com · nanaimobulletin.com · newskarnataka.com · peninsulanewsreview.com · pqbnews.com · saanichnews.com · sookenewsmirror.com · westerlynews.ca