The Giant Squid of Thimble Tickle

The fishing village of Glover’s Harbour, Newfoundland (formerly known as Thimble Tickle) claims to be the “Home of the Giant Squid.” It earned this moniker in 1878, when a living giant squid was discovered stranded offshore.

In 2001, a giant squid returned to the shore of Glover’s Harbour in the form of a life-size sculpture. Built from concrete over steel and wire mesh, the statue is 55' long and weighs over 4 tons. It was designed & built by Don Foulds, a fine arts teacher, and his students. It’s now part of the Giant Squid Interpretation Site, which includes a small museum, picnic area, and gift shop.