28 ST JOHN'S STREET IN LIMERICK
This attractive red brick building which I photographed during my 2015 visit to Limerick, located on St. John's Street, has a rich history. While details about the company, Fahy & Co., remain limited, the building's current status is much clearer [now in May 2024].
The red brick building on 28 St. John's Street in Limerick was the former Reverend Brother J.P. Welsh Memorial Schools.
Built in 1888, this historic building served as a school for many years. The architectural style is notable for its red brick facade, curvilinear gabled entrance porch, and Dutch-style limestone pediment. It's a significant landmark in Limerick, listed on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage.
While it was vacant and in a state of disrepair for some time, the building has since been meticulously restored. However, it no longer functions as a school. Instead, it has been repurposed to house the Northstar Family Support Project, a valuable community organisation that provides essential services and support to families in need.
This adaptive reuse of the building is a testament to the commitment to preserving Limerick's architectural heritage while also addressing contemporary community needs. The building's transformation into a vibrant community hub honours its legacy while ensuring its continued relevance in the 21st century.
The red brick building on 28 St. John's Street in Limerick was the former Reverend Brother J.P. Welsh Memorial Schools.
Built in 1888, this historic building served as a school for many years. The architectural style is notable for its red brick facade, curvilinear gabled entrance porch, and Dutch-style limestone pediment. It's a significant landmark in Limerick, listed on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage.
While it was vacant and in a state of disrepair for some time, the building has since been meticulously restored. However, it no longer functions as a school. Instead, it has been repurposed to house the Northstar Family Support Project, a valuable community organisation that provides essential services and support to families in need.
This adaptive reuse of the building is a testament to the commitment to preserving Limerick's architectural heritage while also addressing contemporary community needs. The building's transformation into a vibrant community hub honours its legacy while ensuring its continued relevance in the 21st century.
28 ST JOHN'S STREET IN LIMERICK