What We Know as Kilkenny City library project moves to next stage
The Kilkenny City site has been awarded €3.98 million in funding
An information event on the refurbishment of the Carnegie Library will take place this evening (Thursday) from 5.30pm to 8pm.
Last month, Kilkenny County Council signed a contract with MCORM, who will lead a multi-disciplinary team in the detailed design of the refurbishment and redevelopment of the significant heritage project, along with the delivery of the works on site.
The project, which was previously awarded €3.98 million under the THRIVE programme, will transform Carnegie Library into a local studies cultural hub to become The Stories of Kilkenny – Welcome to Your Past, Present & Future.
The public realm area will be enhanced, incorporating biodiversity and nature-based measures to enrich the overall appearance. The project will ensure the building serves as a welcoming and inclusive space for all in line with the values and principles of New European Bauhaus.
The drop in session will give members of the public an opportunity to view the proposed plans for the building and the surrounding public realm.
The Carnegie Library Refurbishment Project is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-2027.