Knockcroghery... Arts

Claypipes:

Knockcroghery is synonymous with the production of claypipes. The village was famous for almost 300 years for the production of clay pipes or "Dúidín". Production ceased abruptly on the 19th June 1921 when the village was burned down.
In 1997, the craft of clay-pipe making was revived on the original site of Curley's clay-pipe factory in Knockcroghery, using the original tools, moulds and methods dating back almost three centuries.
These authentic craft pieces are uniquely Irish and may be smoked or simply admired for their cultural significance.
Ethel Kelly also produces a range of traditional Celtic Ogham writing under the name "Ogham Wishes".

Irish dancing is also very popular in the area with the Geraghty School of Dance. The renowned Brian Geraghty is behind this school. Hailing from Knockcroghery, Co.Roscommon and from a strong background of dance , Brian studied with the renowned 'Murphy School of Irish Dance' from the young age of three. At seven he was crowned All-Ireland Champion and went on to add many titles and awards during his competition years.


Knockcroghery Sculpture to origins of the Potato


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