Mitchelstown Heritage Society

Mitchelstown Heritage Society Mitchelstown Heritage Society was founded in 1995.

It works to promote interest in local history, culture, folklore and archaeology and we endeavour to raise awareness of local heritage issues. The society actively works to promote the local history of our community and protect our wonderful heritage for future generations. Through its hardworking committee and an enthusiastic and ever growing membership the society shares the history of mitchelst

own and the surrounding area through an annual calendar of public talks during the winter months. The societies annual christmas table quiz is always a great social event, with prizes galore, delicious mince pies and the odd question or two. The Spring season, with the fine weather see's the society get out and about and visiting sites both near and far, of historic interest; from ruined abbeys, to private gardens, state buildings, to quaint country churches, our interests are broad and this is reflected in the varied projects and trips that the society undertakes each year. As well as an active programme for our membership and the public, the society also works continuously with local organisations, Cork County Council, other heritage bodies such as The Heritage Council and The Irish Georgrian Society to protect and enhance our local heritage,from the magnificent, original shop-fronts, to the splendid Kingston College, as well as over 100 listed buildings in the area, we also look to protect the natural environment in which our community belongs, it provides ' a situation worthy of the proudest capital' ,according to Arthur Young an 18th century naturalist who commented on Mitchelstown's location close to the imposing Galty Mountains. The society has provided advice, assistance both financial and expertise to the following projects, Mitchelstown Heritage Walking Trail, the restoration of Kingston College, restoration of the King Square Pump, memorial to the Great Famine at the town hall & poor house, restoration of John Mandeville statue, sculptures to the author William Trevor, the Galty Boy, John Sarsfield Casey. The campaigning, fundraising for worthy projects, collecting and recording local folklore, photographics and stories about times past; keep the society, busy, excited and relevant; as we say ' Today Matters Tomorrow'.

The power of community. A rising tide lifts all boats!
11/04/2026

The power of community. A rising tide lifts all boats!

Mitchelstown Heritage Society members were delighted to Spring into action today as part of the Mitchelstown Tidy Towns ...
11/04/2026

Mitchelstown Heritage Society members were delighted to Spring into action today as part of the Mitchelstown Tidy Towns Community Day of Action. We joined over 40 volunteers of all ages in various locations working to keep our wonderful and historic town beautiful.

We concentrated on a little forgotten patch by the Castlefarm gates in King Square. In an aid to Biodiversity and minding our natural and built heritage we gathered quite a bit of debris and rubbish, some artefacts gave us cause to laugh as we laboured. Invasive plant species and fallen plant debris was also cleared ready for some tree planting soon. The demesne walls are a real treasure and a whole habitat of their own.

A really positive day in Mitchelstown with so many people and organisations joining together for the common good.

Now that the annual Spring Clean Up has begun in Mitchelstown, maybe you can spare an hour some week to give a hand?

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Mitchelstown Heritage Society will hold its next talk on Thursday, 16th April at 8pm in Saint George’s Arts and Heritage...
03/04/2026

Mitchelstown Heritage Society will hold its next talk on Thursday, 16th April at 8pm in Saint George’s Arts and Heritage Centre, Mitchelstown, P67 XC61. The talk will focus on Ireland’s most iconic work of medieval Christian art and possibly one of the most famous books in the world- The Book of Kells.

For over twenty years Dr. Donncha MacGabhann, MA PhD has been studying Insular manuscripts with a particular focus on the Book of Kells. He has published articles and contributed chapters to numerous books and journals. His groundbreaking monograph The Book of Kells: A Masterwork Revealed - Creators, Collaboration, and Campaigns was published in 2022. Before his academic career, he taught Art and Art History for many years, while exhibiting his art widely in Ireland and abroad, receiving several major awards. We look forward to his illuminating presentation!

As always all are welcome at Mitchelstown Heritage Society events, if anyone wishes to join the Society they can apply on the night. A small cover charge of €5 for Society members or €8 for the general public applies. Refreshments will be served afterwards in the incredibly comfortable surroundings of Saint George’s.

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Mitchelstown Heritage Society's next talk is on Tuesday, 10th March @ 8pm in Saint George's Arts and Heritage Centre, Mi...
03/03/2026

Mitchelstown Heritage Society's next talk is on Tuesday, 10th March @ 8pm in Saint George's Arts and Heritage Centre, Mitchelstown.

Leading Doneraile environmental expert and horticultural historian Michael O'Sullivan will present on the extraordinary life and impact of George Lenox- Conyngham, Chief Clerk of the Foreign Office who sent Plant Hunters and Botanists around the world collecting rare plants. This work transformed the Royal Gardens in Kew, making it one of worlds leading botanical conservation centres as well as adding many rare plants which we still enjoy to this day in local sites such as Doneraile Court, Annes Grove gardens & Cahir Castle.

All welcome, €5 for Society members, €8 for the public. Refreshments served after.

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Mitchelstown Heritage Society’s next talk is Building Mitchelstown, 1779-1830 by Ballygiblin native, Professor David Fle...
09/02/2026

Mitchelstown Heritage Society’s next talk is Building Mitchelstown, 1779-1830 by Ballygiblin native, Professor David Fleming of the University of Limerick. This event will be on Tuesday, 17th February at 8pm in Saint George’s Arts and Heritage Centre.

Based on his recent book, which explores the building of one of Ireland’s best planned Georgian towns through the eyes of not only the Kingston’s but also the professionals, shopkeepers, clergymen and others who shaped our town.

All welcome- €5 for members, €8 for the public, refreshments served after.

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Looking forward to tonight's talk on Mongolia, its history, culture and traditions by Society member Bernadette Hussey. ...
22/01/2026

Looking forward to tonight's talk on Mongolia, its history, culture and traditions by Society member Bernadette Hussey. 8pm at Saint George's Arts and Heritage Centre, refreshments served after.

Mongolia- Empire of the Steppes is Mitchelstown Heritage Society's first event of 2026. This talk presented by our own B...
15/01/2026

Mongolia- Empire of the Steppes is Mitchelstown Heritage Society's first event of 2026.

This talk presented by our own Bernadette Hussey will look at the history, culture and traditions of the land of Genghis Khan. Bernadette worked as a volunteer with the VSO in fashion and education in Mongolia. Join us next Thursday, 22nd Jan. @ 8pm in Saint George's for this event.

Cover charge of €5 for members, €8 for the public. Refreshments served afterwards.

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Wishing all our members and supporters in Mitchelstown and further afield a Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. We ...
24/12/2025

Wishing all our members and supporters in Mitchelstown and further afield a Merry Christmas and a Peaceful New Year. We look forward to celebrating our heritage and area in 2026.

Thanks to Mitchelstown Credit Union for the generous sponsorship of tonights Quiz. We appreciate their support and that ...
05/12/2025

Thanks to Mitchelstown Credit Union for the generous sponsorship of tonights Quiz. We appreciate their support and that of all our sponsors. Our Quiz in Jackie O'Briens kicks off at 9pm, great prizes, fun rounds with our Quizmaster John Hickey, a great night is guaranteed.

Michelle from Mitchelstown Credit Union is seen here presenting the ladies from Mitchelstown Heritage Society with sponsorship for their fundraising table quiz.

This quiz will be held in Jackie O Brien's Mitchelstown tonight Friday December 5th at 9pm.

Mitchelstown Heritage Society is holding its annual Christmas Table Quiz next Friday, 5th December @ 9pm in our new venu...
27/11/2025

Mitchelstown Heritage Society is holding its annual Christmas Table Quiz next Friday, 5th December @ 9pm in our new venue of Jackie O'Brien's/The Tavern, Lower Cork Street. €40 per team, a fun start to the Christmas season, with loads of prizes also an important fundraiser for our Society. We hope you will join us on Friday.

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Happy Saint Fanahans Day. The Feast of our local Saint and Warrior Monk!
25/11/2025

Happy Saint Fanahans Day. The Feast of our local Saint and Warrior Monk!

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