
Dublin Georgian North (by NE) architectural walking tour.
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Description
One of 4 different Georgian aerchitectural (and social history) walking tours we are running this summer, led by writer and art historian Arran Henderson.
The fourth tour, to complete the set, or make "the Georgian Square" Georgian North -East includes Parnell (formerly Rutland) Square and the many secrets of Cavendish Row, the Rotunda Hospital; and the entire Rotunda complex, including the Lying-In hospital, the Gate and Ambassador, along with Eccles Street, some city secrets and surprises, (a concealed church, and Ireland's only great parabolic arch) We'll see work by Richard Cassels, Franncis Johnstone and many other neglected masters. There'll be plenty of lesser-know streets sqauares and other surpises along tehway, maybe even a quick digression, an excursion to a Art gallery! All are welcome. On a Sunday, this a rare weekend public tour this summer.
Please note: the meeting place for this walk is outside the Ambassador, top of O'Connell street. Meet 2.10pm, and please present tickets on arrival. Tour departs 2.15pm.