D'Arcy 300: Commemorating Patrick D'Arcy (1725 – 1779)

Kiltullagh Community Hall, Co. Galway – County
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22 - 24 Août 2025
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D’Arcy 300: commemorating Patrick D’Arcy (1725–1779) of Kiltulla House & Paris, France Dates: 22–24 August 2025 Locations: Kiltullagh, Athenry, Co. Galway Join Kiltullagh Killimordaly Heritage Society as we celebrate D’Arcy 300, a weekend of events to commemorate 300 years since the birth of Patrick D’Arcy (1725–1779) a renowned mathematician, scientist, and military man. Patrick's early life at Kiltulla House was shaped by his family's Catholic faith, their support for the Jacobite cause, and the harsh reality of the Penal Laws. At just fourteen years old, he left rural Ireland for France. In Paris, he went on to make lasting contributions to his fields of study. 22–24 AUGUST 2025 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Engaging Lectures Guided Walk & Talk to Kiltulla House Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience Pétanque Tournament Primary School Art Exhibition En Garde! Historical artefacts, costume & weapons display (pikes, muskets & swords!) Mathemagical Show Traditional Games (including Nine Men’s Morris, Fox and Geese & Chess) ...and much more for all ages! D’ARCY 300 is organised by Kiltullagh Killimordaly Heritage Society. It is funded with thanks to Galway County Council Community Support Scheme 2025 and Kiltulla and District Vintage Club. 📍 Locations: Kiltullagh Community Hub & Kiltullagh Community Hall, Kiltullagh, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland More details on events coming soon. Times to be announced. Facebook: Kiltullagh Killimordaly Heritage Society https://www.facebook.com/KiltullaghKillimordalyHeritageSociety Email: kkheritage@outlook.ie

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