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The Sister Cusack Memorial Plaque
Discover the history of Cusack Corner in Dublin, located at the junction of Mercer Street and York Street. Commemorating Margaret Anna Cusack—the famed 'Nun of Kenmare'—this guide details who sponsored the plaque, the text featured on the memorial, and the official renaming of her birthplace intersection.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Friday, 7th August
The Hags With The Bags At The Halfpenny Bridge
Discover the history of Dublin's iconic 'Meeting Place' sculpture—affectionately known as 'The Hags with the Bags' on Liffey Street Lower. Learn about artist Jackie McKenna, the statue's cultural impact, and its recent restoration and reinstallation during the Liffey Street pedestrianisation upgrade.
William Murphy - The Urban Cartographer on Thursday, 6th August
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
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
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
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