1820 – Court House, Kilmainham, Dublin
Architect: William Farrell
Built in 1820 to replace an older structure, the courthouse is sited next to the former gaol. Plaque in hall has inscription ‘Architect William Farrell. Opened 3 Oct 1820’. The building is finished with austere stonework and the Royal Coat-of-Arms in the pediment. Closed in July 2008, it has been adapted to become part of the Kilmainham Jail complex.
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Clerkin, Paul (2010, January 28). *1820 – Court House, Kilmainham, Dublin*. Archiseek.com. https://www.archiseek.com/1820-courthouse-kilmainham-dublin/ (Updated 2026, March 2)
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Published January 28, 2010 | Last Updated March 2, 2026
