Blue plaque for Dr Louis Leakey's Foxton home
Dr Leakey's books and lectures also helped popularise the idea of human evolution.
He demonstrated that Africa was the birthplace of mankind and challenged colonial narratives, a perspective that was scientifically and politically significant during the era of decolonisation.
A blue plaque will mark his accomplishments and work, some of which were written while he lived in Foxton.
Councillor Tom Bygott said it would be a "fitting tribute to a man... [who] transformed our understanding of early human evolution."
Corinne Garvie, who represents South Cambridgeshire District Council on the Blue Plaque Committee, said: "Leakey's groundbreaking work in tracing human evolution and our origins as a species by studying the fossil record began right here, and it's vital we celebrate and remember the local roots of such global figures.
"Blue plaques help us connect with our past, inspire future generations, and honour the incredible people who once called our villages home."
