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Welcome to the Clonsilla and Porterstown Historical Society (CPHS), where the vibrant past of these Dublin 15 neighbourhoods comes alive. Established in 2023 with a passion for preserving and sharing local history, our society delves into the rich tapestry of stories, events, and landmarks that have shaped the wider Clonsilla area, Dublin 15.
From the ancient roots of Clonsilla, believed to have been settled as far back as the Neolithic period, to the medieval era when Porterstown was known for its bustling market and agricultural prowess, our society endeavors to uncover and celebrate every facet of our community’s heritage.
During the tumultuous times surrounding Irish independence, Clonsilla and surrounding townlands were witness to significant events and movements. From the local involvement in the Easter Rising of 1916 to the aftermath of the War of Independence, our neighbourhoods played their part in the struggle for self-determination.
Through engaging lectures, exhibitions, and archival research, we invite you to join us in exploring the captivating history of Clonsilla, Porterstown and maybe a bit further afield from their humble beginnings to the thriving neighbourhoods they are today.
We held our first Heritage Festival held during September 2023 which consisted of walks, talks, music and boat rides, all celebrating the best heritage Clonsilla has to offer. For details of the festive, please go over to our archive page. We think it was a great success!
Planning is well underway for our 2024 festival, details will be announced when we have all the preparation done.
Please take a look at our pages on Facebook and Instagram, but please bear with us as we figure out the other social media channels. If you like what we are doing please share with your friends and family on these social media channels too. We are always delighted to hear from people that may give us nuggets of information about the past.
Email us at: cpheritagesoc@outlook.com
