MILLSTREET MARKS EASTER WITH A RANGE OF EVENTS

MILLSTREET recalled the deeds of those that fought for freedom coupled with a number of events marking Cruinniú na Casca celebrating contemporary Irish culture and creativity in a diverse schedule of events over Easter.

Events that changed the course of Irish history were recalled in an impressive programme marking the 101st Anniversary of the 1916 Rising and those that gave their life during the War of Independence. Following a parade through the town, historian Ryle Dwyer delivered the traditional Easter Sunday oration at a monument in the Town Square built in 1927.

A wreath was laid to acknowledge those who sacrificed their lives for independence and particularly five natives from the greater Millstreet region.

Bank Holiday Easter Monday acknowledged the inaugural nationwide “Crinniú na Cásca” a celebration of Irish Heritage and Art . The schedule focused on events for families and children, Millstreet Museum presented an illustrated account of its many treasures and historic items at its base in Carnegie Hall followed by a guided tour of Millstreet Town where focus was placed on its many significant locations by Millstreet Museum curator Seán Radley.

Completing a hectic day was a visit to Drishane Estate for an International event with emphasis on a family fun afternoon.

Against the backdrop of Clara Mountain, a parade marking the Easter Commemoration departs West End, Millstreet.

A section of the parade that walked through the Millstreet streets on Easter Sunday. Pictures: John Tarrant

Cumann na mBan Ladies depicted by the Cobh Animation team added to the Millstreet Easter Commemoration.

Paying a visit to Drishane Castle, Millstreet during an International Day were Michelle O’Keeffe, Margaret Burke, Eily Buckley and Bridget Dineen

Guest Speaker Ryle Dwyer pictured with Cait Buckley who read the 1916 Proclamation at the Easter Commemoration in Millstreet.

Siobháin Uí hEalaithe lays a wreath at the momument in Millstreet Town Square on Easter Sunday.

Caraíosa and Connie Foley pictured with the tricolour at the Easter Commemoration in Millstreet.

Lauren Kelleher, Conor Murphy and Meabh Crowley pictured at the Easter Commemoration in Millstreet.

Sean Radley pictured at Drishane Castle during an International Day as part of Cruinniú na Cásca.