Lucan Steam and Electric Trams: 1881 - 1940

Society for Old Lucan (SOL) works to conserve, research and promote Lucan’s local history, heritage, archaeology and folklore.SOL was founded in 2017 by a group of local history/archaeology enthusiasts and is a very active group. The committee is made up of Paul Butler (Chair) Helen Farrell, Elaine Hurley, Darren Tully, Paul Butler, Jonathan Cully (Secretary), Ber Boylan, Ray Stallings and Lesley Jenkins Blairsdale. Past committee members include Billy Sines and Stephen Callaghan.Our active, private Facebook group is at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/593646747653233/X formerly Twitter: @Soc4OldLucanWebsite:https://soc4oldlucan.wordpress.com

Society for Old Lucan (SOL)

Illustrated talk on the creation and demise of Lucan's tram system in the 19th &amp; 20th centuries by Joe Byrne, local historian.

South Dublin City Council, Lucan Library

Starting time of talk 2pm sharp at Lucan Library.A fascinating glimpse into the early days of steam and electric transport from one of Lucan's foremost local historian's, Joe Byrne, this talk is definitely for anyone interested in the history of rail travel and Lucan's social history. Joe has gathered over 100 images to illustrate this talk.Society for Old Lucan (SOL) are honoured to have Joe present this talk, as Joe was a committee member of the former Lucan Historical Society, has extensive personal and research local knowledge and is a proud Lucanian. Joe organises the annual "Lucan Festival" for the community each year in September.Illustrated talk, Q&amp;A welcome at end.Suitable for age 14+With thanks to Lucan Library for co-hosting this event as part of Heritage Week 2024

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Lucan Steam and Electric Trams: 1881 - 1940

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