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13th January | 14:30 - 15:30

Illustrated Talk: Mass Paths at Galway City Museum

Mass paths were the countryside walkways used by Catholics to attend illegal masses during penal times (1695–1829). A Well Trodden Path is a collaborative exhibition between photographer Caitriona Dunnett, Dr Hilary Bishop of Liverpool John Moores University, and Lackagh Museum and Heritage Centre, which explores the heritage of mass paths in Lackagh in Co Galway. With the help of the local community, a web of 15 mass paths was mapped out and photographed. The exhibition is on display at Galway City Museum until the end of January 2024.

In conjunction with the exhibition, Michael Hurley of the Lackagh Museum and Heritage Centre will give an illustrated talk on the origin of Mass Paths and their social significance connecting townlands throughout the large parish of Lackagh.

Event Date
13th January 2024 - 13th January 2024
Event Time
14:30 - 15:30
Event Category Venue
Galway City Museum
Location
Spanish Arch
Event Address
Spanish Parade,
Galway
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Ticket Price
free
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