Inspired by Sherlock’s sister ENOLA HOLMES, we installed statues in cities around the UK celebrating the real-life sisters of famous figures whose prestigious achievements have been overshadowed in the history books by their more widely known brothers.

Frances Dickens was a talented pianist and singer who studied at the Royal Academy of Music under a former pupil of Beethoven.

Frances was so gifted, the Dickens family prioritized her education over Charles’ as they could only afford school fees for one child.

Poet Thomas Hardy’s sister Mary attended higher education and worked for several years as a teacher before being appointed Headmistress of Piddlehinton Village School. This was a significant achievement for any woman at the time, earning her much respect.

Princess Helena Victoria, sister of King Edward VII, was a founding member of the British Red Cross and President of the Royal British Nurses Association.

Champion of healthcare workers, she fought for better working conditions, rights, and pay, which led to nurse registration

Maria Anna Mozart was a gifted harpsichord and fortepiano player who toured Vienna and Paris. When playing alongside Wolfgang as a child prodigy, Maria would often receive top billing but as she grew older, cultural pressures made it impossible for her to continue her career.