British Embassy denies Winnie-the-Pooh is returning to UK
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 24 Oct, 05:32 · Archive
The British Embassy has dispelled rumours that Winnie-the-Pooh's stuffed animals will be returned from the New York Public Library to the UK.
The British Embassy in Washington has denied rumours that Winnie-the-Pooh and his companions are being returned to the United Kingdom. The stuffed animals have been housed at the New York Public Library since publisher Dutton Children's Books donated them in 1987, after they toured the United States.
Rumours of a possible move emerged after The Washington Post reported a campaign to bring the bear home as the character marks his 100th anniversary this year. The toys originally belonged to Christopher Robin Milne, the son of English author A.A. Milne, in the 1920s and served as inspiration for the beloved children's books. A.A. Milne purchased Pooh from Harrods department store in London for his son's first birthday in 1921.
The British Embassy said in a social media post: 'There's an open invite if Pooh ever wants to make a temporary visit to the UK, but we have no doubt that Pooh and his pals are in excellent hands with the New York Public Library.' Melissa Grace, director of communications at the library, said they are excited to celebrate the anniversary and are offering free admission to their Winnie-the-Pooh exhibit to the public.
How it is being reported
- British Embassy quashes Winnie-the-Pooh return rumors, keeping the famed bear in New YorkIt turns out Winnie-the-Pooh and his fluffy friends aren’t being bear-napped from their longtime home at the New York Public Library.News4Jax · 24 Oct, 04:57
- British Embassy quashes Winnie-the-Pooh return rumors, keeping the famed bear in New YorkIt turns out Winnie-the-Pooh and his fluffy friends aren’t being bear-napped from their longtime home at the New York Public Library.Clickorlando · 24 Oct, 04:57
In this story: Winnie-the-Pooh · A.A. Milne · Christopher Robin Milne · New York Public Library · British Embassy · Harrods
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