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High society on Kildare Street

Posted on June 18, 2015 by stevedineen

This year marks the two hundredth anniversary of the purchase by the Royal Dublin Society (RDS) of a large, palatial building in the centre of Dublin. The society’s mission was to improve the wretched conditions of the people. It used … Continue reading →

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The 300-year old page turner

Posted on May 7, 2015 by stevedineen

Old museums and libraries with little if any turnover of materials face an on-going, major challenge. They need to remain relevant, retain some feeling of life and modernity, and find a way to coax old visitors back. Tucked in behind … Continue reading →

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Turning on and tuning in at the hurdy gurdy

Posted on April 23, 2015 by stevedineen

For many tourists in Dublin on these sunny, spring days, a visit to Howth for its coastal walks, views and fresh fish and chips is on the radar. Some will also make the pilgrimage there this weekend for International Marconi … Continue reading →

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Doing time in Kilmainham

Posted on February 12, 2015 by stevedineen

Ideally, the visitor interested in Irish history will arrive in March next year. 27 March 2016, Easter Sunday, will mark the political anniversary of the 1916 Rising, when the Irish Volunteers and others, led by Pádraig Pearse, seized the General … Continue reading →

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New story published

Posted on December 11, 2014 by stevedineen

‘Leap Years’, a new short story of mine, has been published in The Galway Review. Stephen Dineen – Leap Years  

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Ode to St Audoen’s

Posted on November 27, 2014 by stevedineen

For many tourists, one of the natural points of gravitation in Dublin is Christ Church Cathedral, a magnificent feat of architecture, history and endurance. Only a few hundred yards down the road – heard of by many more than have … Continue reading →

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