Rosenallis - Roots and Revelations

Rosenallis - Roots and Revelations

A Look Back at the History of Rosenallis

By Rosenallis Tidy Towns

Date and time

Friday, November 29 · 7:15 - 9:30pm GMT

Location

St. Brigid's Church Of Ireland, Rosenalis, Co. Laois, R32 D899

Rosenallis Rosenallis Ireland

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Agenda

Agenda


7:15: Doors Open 7:30: Opening by MC Larry O'Loughlin (Vice Chairperson - Rosenallis Tidy Towns) 7:35: Dr. Michael Loughman 7:45: Dr. Ciaran Reilly 8:00: John Flanagan 8:10: Interval 8:20: Roy Mere...

About this event

  • Event lasts 2 hours 15 minutes

Rosenallis Tidy Towns presents -

📜A Look Back at the History of Rosenallis

Featuring local landmarks, stories, and historical insights

🎥 Including a screening of the Quaker short film "The Light Within"

🗣 Guest Speakers:

- Dr. Ciaran Reilly – Author of Capard: An Irish Country House and Estate

- Prof. John Feehan – Historian and Author

- John Flanagan – Author of The Lost Village (Cones)

- Roy Meredith – History of the Quakers and St. Brigid

- Dr. Michael Loughman - Next Generation Historian

☕ Light refreshments will be served

🗓 Tickets: €10
Available on Eventbrite, Revolut (085 1847390), or at local shops: Hanlons & Emmet Stores (Mountmellick), Hogan’s Shop (Clonaslee), Laura's Hair Studio & The Falls Glenbarrow (Rosenallis)

📞 For further details, contact: 085 1847390 / 089 4850809

This event promises a deep dive into the rich history of Rosenallis and its surroundings. Dr. Ciaran Reilly, author of "Capard: An Irish Country House and Estate" will deliver a talk on the history of Capard House, while Prof. John Feehan will explore the history of Rosenallis, drawing from his extensive work on the Slieve Blooms. Dr. Michael Loughman will add further insights into the area’s history. Sean Flanagan, author of "The Lost Village", will discuss the history of Cones Village near Glenbarrow Waterfall. Local expert Roy Meredith will share knowledge on St. Brigid and the Quakers' history, complemented by a short film on the Quakers, shot in Rosenallis.

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