Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 June 2016
59. Deputy Colm Brophy asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht when Richmond Barracks will open for tours to the public; her views on the potential tourism benefits; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [13262/16]
View answerThe refurbishment and restoration of Richmond Barracks is one of the flag-ship capital projects of the Ireland 2016 Centenary Programme and was supported with capital funds from my Department. The project was officially opened on 2 May 2016 and I understand that it will open to the public in June. This is a Dublin City Council/community partnership project and the City Council will be responsible for the day to day management of the building.
As with all of our flagship capital projects, the refurbishment and restoration of Richmond Barracks will greatly enhance the surrounding area and will provide significant potential for tourism in the area, including through its connections with the nearby Kilmainham Gaol and Courthouse complex and the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.
