Life & Learning
The Life and Learning walk lies to the West of the city. This walking route highlights the historic record of life in Cork from early times to modern day, the industrial heritage of the city as well as highlighting the renowned seat of learning that is UCC. This walk begins in the leafy grounds of University College Cork. Stroll leisurely around the Main Quadrangle, Honan Chapel and The Glucksman before visiting the Cork Public Museum and the converted Victorian waterworks which is now the Old Cork Waterworks Experience. Riverstown House which is a classical Irish country house is located in Rivertown in Glanmire. Fota lies to the East of the City and Oriel House Hotel is located in Ballincollig.
The Glucksman
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University College Cork Open 10am to 5pm Full wheelchair access to public areas
The Glucksman provides a cultural and artistic centre on the University College Cork campus. Named after one of its founding donors, the businessman and philanthropist Lewis Glucksman, the gallery was inaugurated by President Mary McAleese on 13 October 2004. Located at UCC’s main entrance gates, the building includes display spaces, lecture facilities, a riverside café and gallery shop. The gallery links the campus to the wider community and has become an important civic space in Cork. Designed by the architectural firm of O’Donnell and Twomey, the Glucksman has won numerous awards, including the RIAI Best Public Building in Ireland in 2005, the RIBA 2005 Award (Europe), and the Sustainable Energy Ireland Award. It was shortlisted for the Stirling Prize in 2005 and has been named ‘One of the 1001 Buildings to See Before You Die’. Bridge to Bridge: A creative Walk of University College Cork will take place at 12pm. Explore the built heritage, art and biodiversity of University College Cork lower grounds in this creative walk for adults. Booking essential on 021 4901844/ info@glucksman.org
Buildings on this walk are: The Glucksman
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Cork Public Museum
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The Kingsley Hotel
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Old Cork Waterworks Experience
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CIT Blackrock Castle Observatory
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Riverstown House
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Fota House & Victorian Working Gardens
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Oriel House
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