James Sheane facts for kids
James Sheane was an architect from Roscrea, County Tipperary, Ireland. He lived a long time ago, from around 1772 until 1816. He was known for designing important buildings, especially churches.
James Sheane: An Architect's Work
An architect is a person who designs buildings. James Sheane was a skilled architect. He designed St. Cronan's Church, Roscrea (Church of Ireland). This beautiful church is in Roscrea. He also designed special houses called glebe houses. These were homes for church ministers. He designed glebe houses in places like Modreeny and Kilrushall.
Sheane's Family Life
James Sheane married Anne Cole. She was the daughter of James Cole. They had one son, who was also named James. Their son was born in 1812. The family lived on a large estate called Manor House. This estate was 279 acres big. It was located in Mountmellick, County Laois.
James Sheane Senior passed away in 1816. He was buried in the graveyard of St. Cronan's Church. This was the same church he had designed. His son, James Junior, lived until 1877. He passed away at Manor House.
