Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council has secured €7m in funding to acquire two heritage buildings. Structures at George’s Place and Kelly’s Avenue date to 1831 and 1910.
One conversion will create the Centre for Creative Lifelong Learning in the town centre with the design devised to preserve original character, informed by public surveys and workshops. Funding stems from the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme, part government and EU.
Frank Curran shared: “The Centre for Creative Lifelong Learning will not only preserve and celebrate our built heritage, but also create a welcoming space for education, creativity and community connection for generations to come. This is a transformative project for Dún Laoghaire, and a flagship example of how heritage-led regeneration can breathe new life into our town centres.”
Jim Gildea shared: “By transforming the buildings into a hub for learning, we are investing in the wellbeing of our community. We are ensuring this new centre becomes a place where people can feel included.”
