Let’s make a noise about Nano Nagle Place
By Finnian Cox
The Nano Nagle Place Museum is set to unveil their new ‘Not to Make a Noise About It’ exhibition this autumn.
The exhibition provides a rare glimpse into the life of the Presentation Sisters, celebrating their contribution to education both locally and internationally.
The exhibition was created in collaboration with photographer Clare Keogh, and features portraits of the sisters as well as intimate recordings of interviews. The conversations see the sisters reflecting on their journeys as a part of the order, their commitment to social justice and their dedication to Nano Nagle’s legacy.
The order’s founder, Nano Nagle opened 7 schools for poor children across Cork city, as well as an almshouse before her death in 1784. The sisters still champion their founder’s values, operating a number of social programmes such as the Lantern Project, which aims to educate the community and provide social space.
CEO John Smith said that the museum “continues to embody the warmth and compassion” of Nano Nagle, offering “a space for all to learn, reflect, and be inspired”.
“This exhibition provides a powerful insight into the 250 year legacy of the Presentation Sisters and Nano Nagle’s mission, which began right here in the heart of Cork city,” he said.
As well as the exhibition, the museum will host a tribute ‘to all those who have passed’, which will run for the duration of November.
It will feature a display of handmade crochet hearts made by the Lantern Project’s ‘Crochet Ladies’, which will decorate a tree in Nano Nagle Place’s peace garden.
To participate in the ceremony, a crochet heart must be reserved. This can be achieved by donating either in the gift shop or online. All donations will go towards funding the organisation’s work.
Helen Geary, Ministry Manager of the Lantern Project and the organisation’s other programs invited “friends near and far” to join the tribute to loved ones.
“Our remembrance tree is a symbol of the deep connections that unite our global community, and we are honoured to create this space of reflection and memory” she said.