Tours of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland during National Heritage Week
National Heritage Week runs from 23 - 31 August 2014
During National Heritage Week, the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland will open its historical home to the public from Monday 25 -Thursday 28 August 2014.
Visitors will be able to explore this historic building at No.6 Kildare Street and learn about its unique history and architecture.
There will be guided tours everyday at 11.30am, 1.15pm, 3.00pm and 5.30pm. Tours will take approximately 40 minutes. Places are limited, so book online to guarantee your place.
Guests will be able to enjoy refreshments in a pop-up coffee in one of the College’s magnificent halls.
If you would like to speak to someone in the RCPI Heritage Centre, please call 01 669 8817 or email
heritagecentre@rcpi.ie
Celebrating 150 years on Kildare Street
This year marks the 150th anniversary of the opening of No.6 Kildare Street as the home of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (RCPI).
In 1860 RCPI bought the building that stood on the site of 6 Kildare Street from the Kildare Street Club. Before RCPI could move in, the building was completely destroyed by fire. RCPI held a competition for architects to design a new building based on specifications set by the College. The winning design was submitted by William Murray Junior, and is the building we have today.
After nearly four years of work, and not without several hiccups along the way, RCPI moved into their magnificent new home in July 1864.
The original architectural drawing for No.6 Kildare Street, drawn by William Murray Junior will be on display during Heritage Week, along with other related documents from the archive. These plans have just received expert conservation treatment, part funded by the Heritage Council of Ireland.