In 1840 Patrick Leahy the contractor for Nenagh Workhouse had a pay dispute with his workers This elegant threatening notice was posted near the works Mr Leahy, it’s repaying evil with good, To forewarn you of the spilling of blood…
January lecture: The ‘mass rock’ myth and reality, now online
In our January lecture Dr. David Fleming explored the mythology and historical evidence surrounding 'mass rocks' in Ireland and the stories surrounding them. The recording is now available on YouTube https://youtu.be/Kv7LoSE1R5M and audio only on Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/tipperary-libraries/the-mass-rock-myth-and-reality
Friday 24th Jan closed due to storm
Tipperary Studies will be closed tomorrow 24th January due to the Red Weather warning in force across the county.
Our December Lecture on Public Health and the Poor Laws now online
Dive into the roots of Tipperary's healthcare system! The recording of Lisa McGeeney's insightful lecture on the development of public health in the county is now online. Learn how Poor Law unions shaped services for the poor, how nursing and…
Thurles Library and Tipperary Studies closed
Due to the adverse weather and to ensure the safety and welfare of staff, Thurles Library and Tipperary Studies will close from Monday 6th of January until further notice. We will keep you updated during the week . apologies for…
November 2024 Lecture Now Online
The end of the Royal Irish Constabulary and its aftermath in Co. Tipperary We are pleased to announce that our November lecture, presented by Dr. Brian Hughes, is now available online. YouTube https://youtu.be/T-eyb535J1M Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/tipperary-libraries/the-end-of-the-royal-irish-constabulary-and-its-aftermath-in-co-tipperary In this fascinating talk, Dr.…
Tipperary Studies will close Monday 2nd December
Tipperary Studies will be closed on Monday 2nd December. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
November Lecture on the Royal Irish Constabulary
The end of the Royal Irish Constabulary and its aftermath in Co. Tipperary Speaker Dr Brian Hughes Where: The Source Library When; 7pm Tuesday 19th November 2023 ALL WELCOME, ADMISSION FREE When the Royal Irish Constabulary was disbanded in 1922,…
Tipperary Studies presents our short documentary, “I hope all my friends come out safe”
Tipperary Studies proudly presents our short documentary, "I hope all my friends come out safe: Ballypatrick, an Irish rural community in the 1920s." Watch now and journey through time with us! https://youtu.be/-dGJEGc2Jmg The film is a visual journey through the lens…
The Coalmines and miners of Slieveardagh
A lecture on the history of the coal mines and the miners of Slieveardagh by William Nolan. Where ; The old school, The Commons, Ballingarry When : 13 August at 7pm