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York Street And Bow Street East

York Street And Bow Street East

Explore the history and urban evolution of York Street, Bow Lane East, and The Swan Bar (formerly Ye Signe of Ye White Swan) in Dublin's South Inner City. From 17th-century street layouts and Victorian heritage to modern social housing, academic developments, and historic local pubs, discover how this vibrant district transitions from its layered past into the contemporary city landscape.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Thursday, 6th August

Luke Kelly Statue At South King Street

Luke Kelly Statue At South King Street

Discover the story of Dublin's iconic Luke Kelly statues. Explore the legacy of The Dubliners' frontman, John Coll's bronze sculpture near St Stephen's Green, Vera Klute's marble bust in Sheriff Street, and the unique history of their dual 2019 unveiling.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Wednesday, 5th August

From Binns Bridge To Cross Guns Bridge

From Binns Bridge To Cross Guns Bridge

Discover the history and modern upgrades of the Royal Canal Greenway between Dorset Street and Cross Guns Bridge in Phibsborough, Dublin. Learn about the engineering of Locks 3, 4, and 5, and get details on temporary path closure notices for August 2026.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 2nd August

Murals By Shane Sutton On Dorset Street

Murals By Shane Sutton On Dorset Street

Explore Shane Sutton’s high-contrast monochrome murals along Dublin's Royal Canal and Dorset Street—featuring the 2025 Royal Canal Swans and City Fox—alongside details on his Waterford Walls artwork at Morrison's Road.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 2nd August

Bethesda Place And An Unexpected Complex Of Laneways

Bethesda Place And An Unexpected Complex Of Laneways

An exploration of Bethesda Place and Frederick Lane North off Dorset Street, uncovering the 18th-century origin of the Bethesda Chapel, the mystery of the 1963 Amharclann theatre building, and setting a photographic baseline ahead of the Parnell Square Cultural Quarter redevelopment.

William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Sunday, 2nd August