The statue was sculpted by John McKenna and cast in bronze at a foundry in Scotland.
Bon Scott lived in Kirriemuir until he was six years old before his family emigrated to Australia.
The statue features a subtle detail: Scott's signature is engraved on the amplifier casing.
The installation was officially unveiled by former AC/DC bassist Mark Evans.
The statue replaced a memorial plaque that previously stood on the site of Scott's childhood home in Kirriemuir.
The Bon Scott Statue is a bronze monument located in Bellies Brae, Kirriemuir, commemorating the late AC/DC frontman who was born in the town. Unveiled in 2016, the life-sized statue depicts Scott with a microphone in hand, leaning against a Marshall amplifier. It serves as the focal point for the annual Bonfest, an international gathering of AC/DC fans held every spring. The monument was funded through a crowdfunding campaign supported by thousands of global fans. It is permanently installed in an accessible public square, allowing for year-round visits.
Directly in front of the statue to capture the full figure and the detailed Marshall amplifier base.
Combine your visit with a stop at the nearby Gateway to the Glens Museum to learn more about local history.
Check local event calendars to see if your visit coincides with the annual Bonfest, which transforms the town square.
The statue is situated on a steep gradient; wear sturdy shoes if you plan to explore the surrounding historic streets of Kirriemuir.
Do not attempt to climb or lean heavily on the statue as it is a public monument rather than a playground structure.
