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ART ON CENTAUR STREETCentaur Street, nestled in the heart of Carlow town, is a thoroughfare that piques curiosity with its unusual name and distinctive layout. The street is divided… 
ASSEMBLY ROOMSLocated at the junction of Dublin Street and Cox's Lane, the Assembly Rooms stand as one of the earliest surviving public buildings in Carlow. Constructed circa…
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BY MICHELLE BYRNEThe plaque describes this stone sculpture map of Carlow town and the River Barrow as a sculpture created by artist Michelle Byrne. It was unveiled on November…
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CARLOW 30 AUGUST 2024Carlow Town, nestled on the banks of the River Barrow in the southeast of Ireland, is a captivating blend of history and contemporary charm 
CARLOW CATHEDRALIts construction began in 1828, with the foundation stone laid by Bishop James Doyle, a prominent figure in Irish history. The cathedral was completed and… 
CARLOW COURTHOUSELocated at the heart of Carlow Town, the Courthouse stands as a testament to the enduring principles of justice and the rich tapestry of the town's history. Its… 
CARLOW TOWN PARKCarlow Town Park is a modern park, completed in June 2003, situated in the heart of Carlow Town, County Carlow, Ireland. Commissioned by Carlow Urban District… 
CARLOW TRAIN STATIONThe station first opened its doors in 1846, as part of the Great Southern and Western Railway's expansion, ushering in an era of improved connectivity for the… 
CENTAUR STREETWhile the exact origin of the street's name remains shrouded in some mystery, local lore and historical records offer tantalising clues 
COLLEGE STREETCollege Street in Carlow, Ireland, is a historic thoroughfare that encapsulates the town's rich history and architectural heritage, primarily serving as a hub… 
CORONA NORTHCorona North, a passionate plantswoman, transformed the neglected Altamont estate in County Carlow into one of Europe's most celebrated gardens. She dedicated…
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FIRE STATIONCarlow Town Fire Station, strategically located in the heart of County Carlow, serves as the central hub for fire and rescue operations in the region. The… 
FRIARY ON DUBLIN STREETMy understanding is that the Government is planning to use this building for social housing.
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GREEN LANEThe name "Green Lane" is believed to derive from its historical appearance. It was once a narrow, tree-lined path, offering a verdant passage through the…
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IN MEMORY OF WALTERTempe and Carlow established their partnership in Ireland on the same day as Carlow’s Bicentenary Commemoration as the site of the 1798 “98 Insurrection.” More… 
IONA MacLEODIona MacLeod, the esteemed former County Librarian of Carlow, passed away peacefully on Christmas morning in 1998 at Borris Lodge Nursing Home. She dedicated…
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KATHLEEN MULVEY MEMORIALBorn in Carlow, Kathleen Mulvey emigrated to New York as a young girl and went on to achieve remarkable success in business. Despite her accomplishments, her…
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LEANING MANThe “Leaning Man” sculpture at Shamrock Plaza in Carlow town is a notable piece of public art. This sculpture, located in the heart of Shamrock Square, adds a… 
LIBERTY TREE SCULPTUREAs part of the commemorations, Carlow's local authorities commissioned a sculpture entitled "The Liberty Tree". The piece was created by Dublin-born,…
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MILLENNIUM BRIDGEThe Millennium Bridge in Carlow, opened in 2002, is a striking pedestrian bridge that gracefully spans the River Barrow, connecting the historic town centre… 
MURALS BY KIRSTY MAHERMaher, a Carlow native known for her captivating public art, has a knack for creating murals that resonate with the community
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OLD STONES MURALOn College Street, across from the Cathedral, there is a building Seanclocha Cheatharlach, on which is a mural named the Old Stones Mural. To the best of my…
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PADDY THE TURKThe name "Paddy The Turk" for a Turkish barber shop in Carlow Town is amusing due to its playful juxtaposition of seemingly contrasting identities 
POTATO MARKET CARLOWThe Potato Market in Carlow Town, situated in the south-east of Ireland, has a history intertwined with the town’s medieval past. Its name reflects a time when…
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RENEE DILLON PLAQUEWhile specific details about the plaque and its creators, artists Eilish O’Neill, Laura Karaliute, and Minja Maclennon, remain elusive, it stands as a testament…
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SKY RIVERS GROUPAs part of the Failte Ireland Destination Towns initiative aimed at revitalising Carlow town's tourism appeal, a Public Art Project was undertaken. Artist Remco… 
STATION ROADStation Road in Carlow, as its name unambiguously indicates, was established as a direct result of the construction of Carlow Railway Station in 1846. Prior to… 
STATION ROADStation Road in Carlow, as its name unambiguously indicates, was established as a direct result of the construction of Carlow Railway Station in 1846. Prior to… 
STATUE OF OLD WOMANUnfortunately, the information about a statue of an old woman on Dublin Road in tribute to Frank O'Meara is incorrect. There is no known record or evidence of…
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TULLOW STREETIn March 2024, Carlow town announced an exciting pilot scheme to pedestrianise Lower Tullow Street, coinciding with the launch of 'Streetfest', a series of…
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UPRIGHT MEADOWSaidhbhín Gibson’s work explores the framing of the non-human environment for and by contemporary society. She employs multifarious methods of production in the…
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