John Fogerty (engineer) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids John Fogerty
Nationality	British / Irish (United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland)
Occupation	Civil Engineer, Architect, Millwright, Builder
Known for	Architect of the Limerick Athenaeum

John Fogerty was a very busy and talented person from Ireland in the 1800s. He worked as a millwright, an architect, a builder, and a civil engineer. This means he designed buildings, oversaw their construction, and even helped build and fix mills (places that grind grain). John Fogerty was active in the city of Limerick during the early to mid-19th century.

He came from a family of skilled people! He was the brother of Joseph Fogerty Sr. and the father of two famous sons:

• Joseph Fogerty of London, who was an engineer and also wrote novels.
• William Fogerty of Dublin, who became an architect like his father.

John Fogerty was also the grandfather of another architect named John Frederick Fogerty. He stopped working as an architect sometime between 1870 and 1879.

What Did John Fogerty Build?

John Fogerty was involved in many important projects that helped shape Limerick. Here are some of his most notable works:

The Limerick Athenaeum

One of John Fogerty's most famous designs is the Limerick Athenaeum. This building was a special place for learning and culture in Limerick. It had a library, a museum, and even a lecture hall where people could listen to talks and learn new things. It was a very important center for education and arts in the city during his time.

Plans for a New Custom House

Between 1849 and 1850, John Fogerty proposed a design for a new Limerick Custom House. A custom house is where officials collect taxes on goods coming into and leaving a city. His proposed building was planned for the site of Mountkennett Mills. The old Custom House in Limerick is now home to the Hunt Museum, which is a famous museum filled with amazing art and historical items.

St. John's Square, Limerick

It is believed that John Fogerty was also the builder of St. John's Square in Limerick. A square is an open public space, often surrounded by buildings. Building a square involves careful planning and construction to create a pleasant and useful area for people to gather and live around.

John Fogerty's work helped to create important buildings and spaces that are still part of Limerick's history today.