What is recorded here

Childrens Burial Ground stands in County Mayo, Ireland, marking a place where young lives ended before their time. The land may have swallowed infants during fevers, birth complications or ordinary childhood dangers, forcing families to bury what they had most to lose.

The Archaeological Survey of Ireland (ASI) is in the process of providing information on all monuments on The Historic Environment Viewer (HEV). Currently the information for this record has not been uploaded. To access available information for research purposes please make an appointment in advance with the Archive Unit (open Fridays 10.00 am – 5.00 pm), Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, The Custom House, Dublin 1 D01W6XO or email NMarchive@housing.gov.ie.

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