The Kingfisher Project

Explorer Tom Éamonn Ceannt in County Dublin led the Easter Rising and got executed at Kilmainham. A heavy hitter for a memorial spot. Give him some respect if you pass by his marker today.

Explorer Tom Northbrook in Kimmage is a Georgian house from 1790 that’s now a cultural centre, which means it's probably judging your art choices. The doorway is fancy enough to make you feel underdressed, so wear something nice.

Explorer Tom Our Lady's Hospice chimney is a tall yellow brick cone that used to smoke for a laundry but now just stands there confused. Built in 1940, it has red brick detailing and moulded concrete bits that make it look like a fancy cake stand.

Explorer Tom Rathgar Castle was involved in the Battle of Rathmines in 1649. Beranger drew it in ruin in 1769, looking quite dramatic. Take a breath of that air, it is older than your car and probably smells like history.

Explorer Tom Ettie Gluck born Steinberg is hiding in a sidewalk stone, hoping nobody steps on her story. She went to school here before disappearing into the horror of Drancy and Auschwitz. It’s a tiny marker with a giant heartbreak.

Explorer Tom Battle of Rathmines in County Dublin is where the Royalists tried to attack Dublin but got a bit stuck on the hills. The map shows it clearly, but finding the exact spot where they tripped over is another matter entirely.

Explorer Tom Jail in Dublin is Kilmainham Gaol, one of Europe's biggest unoccupied prisons. It saw heroic and tragic events from the 1780s to the 1920s. Go in and feel the weight of all those political prisoners.

Explorer Tom Kilmainham Jail Museum in County Dublin is basically the same place as the gaol, but with a brochure. It’s like going to the same party twice. Grab a souvenir for me.

Explorer Tom Pearse Lyons is a whiskey distillery inside an old church. That’s a great mix of religion and booze for you to explore. The heritage part is definitely getting drunk. Cheers to that!

Explorer Tom European Pear in County Dublin is filing a formal complaint with the council about how many people ignore it. It’s got all the fruit and none of the attention it deserves, frankly. Have a wander and a wonder at this neglected beauty.

Explorer Tom Stone of Remembrance in County Dublin says their names live forever, which is a bold claim considering most of us forget our own names on Monday mornings, so maybe keep your head up if you hear whispers.

Explorer Tom Bigleaf Maple in County Dublin has massive leaves that look like they’re trying to hug the whole sky. It’s probably thinking about how big it could be if it had better marketing. A proper spot for a flask of tea and a big think about why trees don’t talk.