We’ve prepared a map with car parking locations, toilets, and wheelchair-accessible locations during the re-enactment.
Category: Venues
Robert Emmet
Robert Emmet was an Irish nationalist who played a key role in the rebellion of 1798 against British rule in Ireland. He was born in Dublin in 1778, the son of a wealthy Protestant family. He received a good education and was fluent in several languages, including Gaelic. Emmet became involved in politics and was… Continue reading Robert Emmet
Location
Planning on visiting with us over our celebration of 225 years since the United Irishmen went into battle with the Redcoats…? Our re-enactment program is available here to the May weekend (26th-28th) Public Transport from Dublin. The best ways to use public transport to get from Dublin to Newtownmountkennedy are: By bus: You can take… Continue reading Location
1798 Re-enactment weekend
Dear [Volunteers/Sponsors], We are excited to announce that on the weekend of May 28th, we will be hosting a re-enactment event for the Battle of Newtownmountkennedy. This event will bring history to life and provide a unique opportunity for the community to learn about this significant moment in our country’s past. To make this event… Continue reading 1798 Re-enactment weekend