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National Archives of Ireland
National Archives of Ireland
The National Archives, established under the National Archives Act, 1986, is an amalgamation of the Public Record Office of Ireland (founded 1867) and the State Paper Office (founded 1702). It preserves records which warrant preservation as archives, mostly those of central government and the courts. Also held are census returns, land valuation records of the 19th century, wills and related papers, records of national schools from 1832 onwards, Anglican parish registers, estate collections plus other records essential for family or local history research. The National Archives facilitates access to these records by members of the public.
Courtesy of the National Archives of Ireland
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Minutes of the Board of Guardians
Minutes of the Board of Guardians
Minutes of the Board of Guardians at the Clare County Archives, Clare County Archives, Áras Contae an Chláir, New Road, Ennis, Co. Clare
Courtesy of the Clare County Archives
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The Guinness Toucan
The Guinness Toucan
In the 1930s and 40s, Benson's advertising produced a series of famous posters featuring the artwork of John Gilroy. The Guinness Toucan has been associated with the famous beer ever since.
Guinness Archive, Diageo Ireland
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The Irish Architectural Archive
The Irish Architectural Archive
The collections housed by the Archive comprise the largest body of historic architectural records in Ireland and as such constitute a vital national cultural resource. They include the most significant body of historic Irish architectural drawings in the world, with in excess of 400,000 drawings ranging in date from the late seventeenth to the early twenty-first centuries. Also housed in the Archive are over 400,000 photographs, making this one of the largest collections of photographs in Ireland, and an extensive reference library, with more than 25,000 items of printed matter.
Courtesy of the Irish Architectural Archive
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Roscommon County Library Local Studies
Roscommon County Library Local Studies
Roscommon County Library Local Studies
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‘The Last Absolution of the Munsters’
‘The Last Absolution of the Munsters’
Fr. Francis Gleeson, on horseback, was a chaplain to the 2nd Battalion Royal Munster Fusiliers during the First World War. This is the image captured prior to the Battle of the Rue de Bois and is entitled ‘The Last Absolution of the Munsters’ and was depicted by Matania. The surviving papers of Fr. Gleeson, including his diaries and Brigade Roll books are housed in the Archives.
Courtesy of the Dublin Diocesan Museum
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The Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
The Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2
The Royal Irish Academy library, with its unique manuscript, pamphlet and early printed book collections, is at the heart of this two hundred years old institution and is a major research library for scholars and the general public.
Courtesy of the Royal Irish Academy
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National Archives of Ireland
National Archives of Ireland
The National Archives, established under the National Archives Act, 1986, is an amalgamation of the Public Record Office of Ireland (founded 1867) and the State Paper Office (founded 1702). It preserves records which warrant preservation as archives, mostly those of central government and the courts. Also held are census returns, land valuation records of the 19th century, wills and related papers, records of national schools from 1832 onwards, Anglican parish registers, estate collections plus other records essential for family or local history research. The National Archives facilitates access to these records by members of the public.
Courtesy of the National Archives of Ireland
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National Archives of Ireland
National Archives of Ireland
The National Archives, established under the National Archives Act, 1986, is an amalgamation of the Public Record Office of Ireland (founded 1867) and the State Paper Office (founded 1702). It preserves records which warrant preservation as archives, mostly those of central government and the courts. Also held are census returns, land valuation records of the 19th century, wills and related papers, records of national schools from 1832 onwards, Anglican parish registers, estate collections plus other records essential for family or local history research. The National Archives facilitates access to these records by members of the public.
Courtesy of the National Archives of Ireland
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Draíocht, The Blanchardstown Centre, Dublin 15
Draíocht, The Blanchardstown Centre, Dublin 15
Since opening in 2001, Draíocht has reached right to the heart of the people it serves in Dublin 15 and its environs to provide stimulating and accessible arts programming, and over 50,000 people a year attend the venue.
Courtesy of Draíocht