Architecture of Wexford

1880s – Convent of Mercy, Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford

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In 1859 the Sisters of Mercy arrived in Enniscorthy to open a Convent to meet the needs of the poor. In 1860 two rooms were procured and classes for children and adults commenced. Recognising the necessity for training the young, in 1882 a workroom was opened where the Sisters taught knitting, shirt making and kindred crafts.

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Published October 19, 2011 | Last Updated February 13, 2026

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