Dunmanway:
A Living Museum
Welcome to Stories on the Street, an innovative outdoor museum that transforms the historic landmarks of Dunmanway into an immersive, interactive heritage experience.
This pilot project brings Dunmanway’s rich past to life by bridging the gap between traditional history and modern technology. We invite you to explore two unique walking trails radiating from the central Market Square, turning a simple stroll through Dunmanway into a journey through time.
Discover the trail
Explore 12 unique plaques across two town trails radiating from Market Square.
Scan
Simply scan the QR code on the plaque with your smartphone.
Listen
Access high-quality audio guides that reveal the hidden characters and tales behind the location for both adults and children.
Step outside, scan a plaque, and discover the living history of Dunmanway today.
Interactive Map of Dunmanway Plaques
Click here to listen to the Winnie the Pooh & Dunlops - Ballinacarriga Castle Story
Click here to listen to the The Great Famine - Earl Grey Orphan Girls Story
Click her to listen to the 19th Century Visitors & Residents Story
Click here to listen to the Castles - Horse Fairs & Races Story
Click here to listen to the School Heroes: Sam Maguire & The Flying Beamishes Story
Click here to listen to the Railway History - Larry O’Brien - The White House Story
Click here to listen to the Education, Revolution & Politics Story
Click here to listen to the John Duffy & Sons Circus Depot Story
Click here to listen to the Famous Artist & Space Explorers Story
Click here to listen to The Atkins Family: Industry, Employment & Science Story
Click here to listen to The Market House & Town Commerce Story
Click here to listen to the Town Origins & Linen Legacy's story
A Community Collaboration
Championed by Councillor Deirdre Kelly and kindly supported by Cork County Council, Stories on the Street is a collaboration between OM History Consulting, Flux Learning Ltd, and Fraher Media, hosted by the Dunmanway Historical Association.