Politically active since 1979, Tonie Walsh has been a witness to over forty years of extraordinary change in Ireland’s accommodation of its LGBTQ+ citizens. Join him on this self-guided tour as he time-travels through Dublin’s socio-cultural and political queer life, uncovering a history that has remained hidden for too long. The walking route for this tour can be found on culturenightdublin.ie.

Culture Night Dublin 2021

LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour

Route: Ballymun Library to Ballymun Plaza

Click here to see route map: https://cutt.ly/ufAiTS4

A place of myths and legends, where creativity and opportunity lie around every corner. A place in flux, rebuilding and recreating itself. A place on the edge of the city but in the heart of the community. Shedding misconceptions and building a new future. This is Ballymun.

This walking tour takes us to a place where myths and reality meet. A place on the precipice. A world of Irish heroes, tradition and reflection. Whether you can be in Ballymun or are listening in Budapest, this tour tries to capture the spirit of Ballymun. Disappearing Ballymun is a self-guided tour through the ever-changing landscape of one of Dublin’s most famous urban towns.

The walking tour takes approx 11 minutes and begins at Ballymun Library, ending at Ballymun Plaza. Disappearing Ballymun can also be listened to at home as a virtual tour experience.

Disappearing Ballymun by Aifric Ní Ruairc and Alma Kelliher: Self-Guided Walking Tour

Part 8 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 8. Richmond Road

Part 7 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 7. Griffith Park

Part 6 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 6. The Met Office

Part 5 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 5. Addison Apartments

Part 4 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 4. The Little Bridge

Part 3 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 3. Violet Hill Park

Part 2 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 2. Ballyboggan Road

Part 1 of 'More Tricycles Than Trout', an audio walk by Sam Ford and Brian Fallon along the banks of Dublin's River Tolka, created for Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir 2020.

More Tricycles Than Trout - Part 1. Intro

Click here to see the walking route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PMhVRRnFLvso5h8v7

In the heart of our city, a few minutes walk from landmarks like the GPO and the Spire, stand the remains of the Magdalene Laundry on Sean McDermott Street, an institution for 'fallen women' that was the last of its kind to close.

In 1996, the same year that the Spice Girls had their hit 'Wannabe', the last laundry finally ceased operating. But survivors still live with the weight of the stigma and abuse they experienced within the walls. This Culture Night, take a self-led audio tour that sheds light on what was hidden in this place where thousands of women and girls were sent, some never leaving.

You will be guided around the outside of the Laundry building, which is still standing, from the Virgin Mary overlooking the convent's big wooden door, to the rusted fan at the back where women laboured. Most importantly, you will hear Delia, a survivor of this institution who managed to escape, speak about the reality of life inside.

Begin at the Irish Family Planning Association (Cathal Brugha St), just off O'Connell Street and on the same street as the Laundry, with the tour taking only around 15-20 minutes to complete.

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