The Museum of Medieval Kilkenny

Works on the Tholsel building continue to progress throughout the building.

Works to the Tholsel forms part of the wider “Museum of Medieval Kilkenny” project which will see the unification of the Tholsel and the Medieval Mile Museum as one single visitor experience.

The overall objective of this project is to develop an offering that will become one of Ireland’s top visitor attractions, while also securing the future of the Tholsel to continue in its role to act as the seat of local Government in the City.

The Medieval Mile Museum, within St. Mary’s Church, remains opens to visitors and the contractor will continue to work in manner that minimises disruption to the operation of same.

A new digital platform dedicated to the Tholsel Redevelopment Project has also been recently launched. This is a landmark initiative that blends heritage preservation with civic innovation.

This new webpage offers:

• A detailed project overview and timeline through to 2027
• Insights into the Tholsel’s architectural and historical significance
• Information on preservation strategies and funding sources
• Updates on how the building will continue to serve as the seat of local government

 For further details please see https://content.kilkenny.ie/full-forward-kilkenny-2030/8-for-heritage/index.html