Commemorated on 3 plaques
Sir James Matthew Barrie Bart O.M. 1860-1937. Scottish novelist and dramatist. J. M. Barrie lived in this house, the home of his brother while a scholar at Dumfries Academy from 1873 - 1878. He regarded his stay in Dumfries among his happiest days. His works include Dear Brutus, The Little Minister, Quality Street, Peter Pan, The Admirable Crichton, Mary Rose. In 1924 Sir James was made a Freeman of Dumfries, the town where Peter Pan was born.
6 Victoria Terrace, Dumfries, United Kingdom where it was
JM Barrie (1860 - 1937) inspired to write "Peter Pan" after playing in the "magical" garden behind Moat Brae House.
68 George Street, Dumfries, United Kingdom where it created
Peter Pan The boy who would not grow up Sculptor Sir George Frampton R.A. 1860-1928 This bronze, a gift of Sir James Barrie OM 1860-1937 the creator of Peter Pan, was placed here 1st may 1912
Kensington Gardens, London, United Kingdom where it was (1912)