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The papers of Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham, Dublin, comprises the papers of the community, novitiate, boarding school and free school, primary level, established at Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham. From 1821 – 1976, Loreto Abbey, was referred to as the ‘mother house’, the home of both the Generalate and the Institute in Ireland.
Rathfarnham is home to several notable historic buildings, including Rathfarnham Castle and Loreto Abbey, four parks: Marlay Park, Dodder Park, St Enda's and Bushy Park, and several pubs including The Eden, Buglers, Revels and the landmark Yellow House.
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Loreto Abbey is surely one of the most stunning buildings in Rathfarnham and it is a marvellous example of Georgian architecture. The buildings are so big and distinctive that you can easily spot them from the Dublin Mountains.
" Loreto Abbey is a Catholic second-level boarding school for girls. It is owned and managed by the Sisters of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary which was founded by Mary Ward (1585-1645), who devoted her life to the cause of Catholic Education.
"RATHFARNHAM HOUSE" is the centre-piece of that noble pile of architectural beauty now known as "Loreto Abbey" standing in parklike surroundings at the. foot of the Dublin mountains.
Loreto Abbey, Rathfarnham. Complete reconstruction and restoration of convent buildings, dating from 18th century, and church, affected by dry rot and imminent structural collapse. Structural reinforcement with steel frame to the church, brick vault had to be replaced by steel and timber construction, ... Read more
The Mary Ward School and Convent was established. Years later, in 1875, Mother Mary Gonzaga Barry and her companions set sail from Rathfarnham Abbey for Australia to establish the first Loreto school in Ballarat. Rathfarnham caters for students from Preparatory – Year 6.
