Peter Pearson welcomes a new chapter in the management of Johnstown Castle, County Wexford
In the 1800s The MacMurrough Kavanaghs of Borris embarked on a lavish building programme that transformed their 18th century mansion into a Tudor revival showpiece. Peter Pearson views the more recent restoration of Borris House, Co Carlow
Peater Pearson visits Waterford’s Medieval Museum which completes the trilogy of cultural venues celebrating the historic city’s material culture
Peter Pearson outlines the history of the former City Assembly House on Dublin’s South William Street, now the flagship of the Irish Georgian Society
Peter Pearson discusses the skillful painting techniques employed by Michael Dillon, Jane Willoughby and Patrick Fitzgerald, practitioners of an art form that began with cave painting
In 1801, Valentine Lawless, the 2nd Lord Cloncurry, was released from the Tower of London and started furnishing his new mansion in Kildare. Two hundred and one years later, as Peter Pearson recounts, Lyons House has been awarded the Europa Nostra Heritage Award in recognition of its glorious recreation by Dr Tony Ryan
Peter Pearson recounts the history and restoration of Powerscourt House, which occupies a distinguished place in Irish architectural history
Peter Pearson finds a wealth of horological riches in Waterford’s new museum
Peter Pearson outlines the history of Dublin’s Drimnagh Castle, where he has spear-headed the restoration for nearly four decades
Recalling the extraordinary history of Howth Castle, Peter Pearson makes a case for the state to purchase the castle and its domain, and provide an unparalleled amenity for the Irish public
The historically important Doneraile Court in north Cork has opened its doors to the public following an extensive conservation and renovation project, writes Peter Pearson
Peter Pearson recalls the history and highlights the interiors of Leinster House, home to the Irish parliament for the past hundred years
Peter Pearson visits Marlay House, at the foot of the Dublin Mountains, which was opened to the public fifty years ago
Peter Pearson visits Barryscourt Castle in Cork, seat of the Barry family until the 17th century