Banjo Paterson - more than a Poet History Museum curator and local historian Alf Cantrell said Yeoval was the childhood home of "Barty" Paterson (as he was referred to at the time), who 'grew to become Yeoval's most famous son.'

"This bronze sculpture was commissioned by the Banjo Paterson, More than a poet Museum, and it was created by Melbourne Sculptor Paul Smits," Mr Cantrell said.

"It (the statue) depicts Major Andrew Barton Paterson in his WW1 uniform.

"This sculpture is to stand at the front of the museum and show our village pride in our most famous son."

Banjo Paterson, best known for his poem The Man from Snowy River and hit song Waltzing Matilda, was born in Narrambla near Orange, but moved to Buckinbah Station, near Yeoval, in 1864.

During childhood, Banjo resided in various other locations across the state from the Yass district to Binalong.

He completed his education as a lawyer, a career in which he practised in Sydney before becoming a journalist.

Banjo was the anchor for the Sydney Evening News from 1904 but left his post two years later to edit the Sydney Town and Country Journal.

When World War I broke out Banjo travelled to Europe to provide coverage for the Sydney Morning Herald. Later he ended up serving with the armed forces in France and Egypt.

"First and foremost, Banjo was a poet and storyteller well-known all over the world over," Mr Cantrell said.

"He wrote many stories as a war correspondent, played many sports, and edited several Sydney newspapers. He adopted the pen name The Banjo to avoid being seen as one of the Bohemian Poets of the day.

"During WWI Banjo rose to the rank of Major and oversaw the Allied Remount Unit in Egypt. He spent the later years of his life as a well-respected turf writer for eastern state newspapers and was a familiar figure at many race meetings especially the prestigious Melbourne Cup at Flemington."

The statue will be unveiled by ABC radio presenter Ian "Macca" McNamara at the Banjo Paterson Poet Museum, Yeoval, on Wednesday, February 17.

Mr Cantrell said there will also be a showcasing.

"Our Banjo Paterson - more than a Poet History Museum , reveals the many and varied activities and adventures undertaken during the lifetime of 'A B Paterson' including original letters and unpublished works, together with a large collection of associated material and memorabilia of the day," he said.

"Everyone's invited and free morning tea will be served.

"The Light Horse Re-enactment group will be in attendance as will the regular Army, the Salvation Army and the British Deputy High Commissioner.

"Langley's Coaches of Dubbo have a coach available for a small fee and bookings can be made by calling 6882 8977.

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