1833
asylums
Ballinasloe
Co. Galway
hospitals
James F. Kempster
William Murray (1789-1849)
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1833 – St Brigid’s Psychiatric Hospital, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Architect: William Murray / James F. Kempster
Formerly known as Ballinasloe District Asylum. Originally designed by William Murray, as a “1st class” asylum with accommodation for 150 patients. Later extended by James F. Kempster, County Surveyor.
Photograph courtesy, and copyright of Keith J. Allen.
Published April 15, 2013 | Last Updated May 14, 2024
