List of public art in Limerick facts for kids

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This article is about the amazing public art you can find all around Limerick, Ireland! Public art is special because it's artwork that anyone can see in public places, like parks, streets, or squares. It's not hidden away inside museums. This kind of art can be many things, like cool sculptures, statues of famous people, monuments that remember important events, colorful murals painted on walls, or detailed mosaics. It helps tell the story of Limerick and makes the city more beautiful and interesting for everyone.

The Dockers Monument in Limerick is a tribute to the city's port workers.

Discovering Public Art in Limerick
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Discovering Public Art in Limerick

Limerick is full of public art that tells stories about its history, heroes, and culture. Let's explore some of these fantastic artworks!

Art in the City Centre

The heart of Limerick city has many sculptures and monuments. They celebrate important people and moments from the past.

The O'Connell Monument in Limerick.

* O'Connell Monument * You can find this statue at The Crescent. It was put up in 1857. * This is the very first outdoor statue of Daniel O'Connell ever built. He was a very important Irish political leader.

The Sarsfield Memorial stands proudly in Cathedral Place.

* Sarsfield Memorial * This memorial is located in Cathedral Place and was created in 1881 by John Lawlor. * It honors Patrick Sarsfield, a famous Irish soldier.

The John O'Grady Monument.

* John O'Grady Monument * This monument is on Ballysimon Road and was likely made in the 1940s. * It remembers John O'Grady, a well-known athlete.

The 1916 Memorial on Sarsfield Bridge.

* 1916 Memorial * Located on Sarsfield Bridge, this memorial was created in 1954 by Albert Power. * It remembers the Easter Rising of 1916, a key event in Irish history.

The historic Tait Clock Tower.

* Tait Clock * This clock tower stands in Baker Place and was built in 1867 by William Edward Corbett.

The Merchant Seamen's Memorial.

* Merchant Seamen's Memorial * You can see this memorial at Russell Quay. It was made in 1986 by Capt. E. K. Donnelly. * It honors the brave merchant seamen.

The statue of actor Richard Harris.

* Richard Harris * This statue of the famous actor Richard Harris is on Bedford Row. It was created in 2007 by Jim Connolly.

The statue of author Frank McCourt.

* Frank McCourt * You'll find this statue of author Frank McCourt on Hartstonge Street Upper. It was made in 2011 by Séamus Connolly.

The "Players" sculpture.

* Players * This sculpture is on O'Connell Street. Robin Buick created it in 1992.

The "Singer from Quimper" statue.

* Singer from Quimper * Located in Quimper Square, this statue was made in 1992 by Rowan Gillespie. * It shows a Breton singer from Quimper, a city that is a twin city with Limerick.

The "Broken Heart" Famine Memorial.

* The Broken Heart * This memorial is on Lower Mallow Street. Maria Pizzuti created it in 1997. * It is a memorial to the Great Famine.

The Manchester Martyrs Memorial.

* Manchester Martyrs Memorial * This memorial is in Mount St. Lawrence Cemetery.

The statue of Terry Wogan.

* Terry Wogan * A statue of the beloved broadcaster Terry Wogan is on Sarsfield Bridge. Rory Breslin made it in 2017.

The Limerick Dockers Monument.

* Limerick Dockers Monument * This monument is on Spokane Walk. Mike Duhan created it in 2010. * It honors the dock workers of Limerick.

To the People of Limerick

* This artwork is on the Southern Ring Road. Kevin McMahon made it in 2006.

The gilt statue of Saint Michael.

* Statue of Saint Michael * This beautiful gilt statue is on top of St Michael's Church, Denmark Street Upper. It was made between 1779 and 1781 by an unknown artist. * It shows Saint Michael defeating a dragon.

The "Horse Outside" sculpture.

* Horse Outside * You can see this sculpture at the Hunt Museum. Angela Connolly created it in 2014.

Art in People's Park and Pery Square

The beautiful People's Park and Pery Square area also feature several important public artworks.

The Rice Monument in People's Park.

* Rice Monument * This monument is in People's Park, near Pery Square. It was made in 1829 by Thomas Kirk.

A historic drinking fountain in People's Park.

* Drinking fountain * This fountain is in People's Park. John Smith & Co made it in 1877.

Children's Remembrance Memorial

* This memorial is located in People's Park and was created in 2002.

The World War I & II Memorial.

* World War I & II Memorial * This memorial is in Pery Square and was put up in 1950. It remembers those who served in the World Wars.

Military Memorial, Irish Defence Forces

* This memorial is also in Pery Square and honors the Irish Defence Forces.

Art on King's Island

King's Island, home to King John's Castle, has its own collection of public art.

The statue of Michael Hogan, "The Bard of Thomond".

* Michael Hogan * This statue is in the King John's Castle Plaza. Jim Connolly created it in 2005. * He was known as "The Bard of Thomond" and was a poet.

The Michael Hogan Plaque.

* Michael Hogan Plaque * This plaque is at Bishops' Palace. Eddie Murphy made it in 1990.

The "Oarsman" sculpture.

* Oarsman * This sculpture is on Athlunkard Street and was made in 1927.

The "Fountain of Heritage (Wild Geese)".

* Fountain of Heritage (Wild Geese) * You can find this fountain on Riverside Walk, near City Hall. William Turner created it in 1991.

The Anti-War Memorial.

* Anti-War Memorial * This memorial is on George's Quay. Vincent Brown made it in 1987.

The "Wave Form" sculpture.

* Wave Form * This sculpture is on Merchant's Quay. Jim Flavin created it in 1987.

The "Volte" sculpture.

* Volte * This artwork is also on Merchant's Quay. Vivienne Roche made it in 1990.

Art in Thomondgate and West Limerick

The areas of Thomondgate and west Limerick also have interesting public art pieces.

The famous Treaty Stone.

* Treaty Stone * This famous stone is near Thomond Bridge. It was mounted on its base in 1865. * It's believed to be the stone where the Treaty of Limerick was signed, ending a major siege. It was originally used as a step for mounting horses.

The Mayor's Stone

* This stone is on Old Cratloe Road. Eddie Murphy created it in 1991.

Aesop's Fables

* You can find this artwork in Dunalaun Estate, New Road. Tom Fitzgerald made it in 1993.

The River of Life

* This artwork is on Shannon Close. Noel Hoare created it.

Persona

* This sculpture is at Mayorstone Garda Station. Michael Quane made it in 2000.

Art at the University of Limerick

The campus of the University of Limerick is home to a wonderful collection of modern and interesting artworks.

The Equatorial Sun Dial at the University of Limerick.

* Equatorial Sun Dial * This sun dial is at the University of Limerick. Ken Thompson created it in 1986.

Antony Gormley's "Together and Apart".

* Together and Apart * This sculpture is at the University of Limerick. It was made in 2001 by the famous artist Antony Gormley.

Tom Fitzgerald's "Tree of Life".

* Tree of Life * This artwork is at the University of Limerick. Tom Fitzgerald created it.

Swimmers

* This sculpture is at the University of Limerick. Louise Walsh made it.

Salmon Fall

* You can find this artwork at the University of Limerick. Michael Warren created it.

Silver Pencils

* This artwork is at the University of Limerick. Peter Logan made it.

Crann Soilse

* This piece is at the University of Limerick. Sean Scully created it.

Alexandra Wejchert's "Geometric Forms".

* Geometric Forms * This sculpture is in the Schuman Building at the University of Limerick. Alexandra Wejchert created it.

Art from the Past

Sometimes, public art changes over time. Here's an example of a piece that is no longer there.

Viscount FitzGibbon's statue before it was removed.

* Viscount FitzGibbon * This statue used to be on Sarsfield Bridge. It was made in 1857 by Patrick MacDowell. * Sadly, it was blown up in 1930. The base of the statue was later used for the 1916 memorial.