Pearse Museum facts for kids
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| Former name | The Hermitage, St. Enda's School |
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| Established | 1979 |
| Location | St. Enda's Park, Grange Road, Rathfarnham, Dublin, Ireland |
| Type | Biographical museum |
| Owner | Office of Public Works |
| Public transit access | Grange Road (Hermitage Avenue) bus stop (Dublin Bus route 16) |
| Nearest parking | On-site |
The Pearse Museum (Irish: Músaem na bPiarsach) is a special place in St. Enda's Park, Dublin, Ireland. It remembers Patrick Pearse and his brother, William. Patrick Pearse was a teacher and a strong supporter of Irish independence. He was involved in the 1916 Rising.
The museum is located in a beautiful 18th-century house. This house was once a school called St. Enda's. Patrick Pearse started this school.
About the Pearse Museum
The Pearse Museum is found in Rathfarnham, a suburb on the south side of Dublin. It is a museum that tells the story of the Pearse brothers. It shows how they lived and worked.
The museum building itself has a long history. It was built after 1786. From 1840 to 1857, it was the home of Richard Moore. He was a well-known lawyer and judge in Ireland.
History of St. Enda's School
Patrick Pearse first opened St. Enda's School in Ranelagh on September 8, 1908. It was a unique school where students learned in Irish. In 1910, the school moved to the larger house in Rathfarnham.
Patrick Pearse was a leader in the 1916 Rising. After this event, the school faced many challenges. It had fewer students and money problems. St. Enda's School finally closed in 1935.
Patrick Pearse's sister, Margaret Mary Pearse, continued to live in the house. After she passed away in 1968, the house and its grounds were given to the Irish state. The school house then became a museum. It was officially opened as the Pearse Museum in 1979.
What You Can See Inside
When you visit the Pearse Museum, you can explore many reconstructed rooms. These rooms look just like they did when the Pearse family and students lived there. You can see:
- Patrick Pearse's study, where he worked.
- The family sitting room.
- The school's art gallery.
- The school's own museum.
- One of the dormitories where students slept.
There is also a special gallery dedicated to the sculptures made by William Pearse. He was a talented artist. In the courtyard behind the main house, you can find a nature study room. Here, you can learn about different Irish plants and animals.
The museum was closed for important updates in May 2006. It reopened to the public on November 28, 2008. Today, the museum is open every day of the week. The best part is that admission is completely free!
Gallery
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General view of the museum
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Pearse Museum, western side. The entrance is behind the modern walls.
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The beautiful formal garden of the Pearse Museum with a yew hedge.
