2009 National Heritage Week The Athlone Architectural Heritage Group held an 'Old Athlone' exhibition in St. Mary's Hall on Saturday 22nd August as part of their participation in National Heritage Week. The exhibition comprised of photos and memorabilia of Athlone's past history, architecture and famous personalities. The exhibition at which the newly reformed Athlone Pipe Band performed was officially opened by local historian, Mr. Jimmy O'Connor. The Athlone Architectural Heritage Group's website, www.athloneheritage.com was also officially launched at the event. See Poster Pictures from the occasion below. Eileen Parker and Frances Duffy are pictured at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition in St. Mary's Hall. The newly reformed Athlone Pipe Band performing at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition. Jimmy O'Connor greeting piper Lorraine Sleator of the Athlone Pipe Band. Jimmy O'Connor is pictured with Mrs Eileen Parker. Eileen is a cousin of the renowned writer Hannah Greally, who featured in the 'Famous Personalities' section of the exhibition. Members of the Athlone Architectural Heritage Group pictured at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition at St Mary's Hall. From L-R: Marie McConnell, Frances Duffy, Mick Meade, Tom and Bonnie Connaughton and Joan Scally. Mrs Anne Lackey pictured with her daughter, Marian Burton at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition. Members of the Athlone Architectural Heritage Group pictured with the Athlone Pipe Band who performed at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition. Margaret Grehan pictured with her sister, Carmel Feeney at the 'Old Athlone' exhibition. JImmy O'Connor and Tom Connaughton in discussion at the exhibition. Carmel Feeney, Secretary of the Athlone Architectural Heritage Group pictured with Mrs. Rosemary Gallen at the 'Old Athlone'exhibition at St. Mary's Hall.   Back   Copyright © 2009 Athlone Architectural Heritage Group