Minister of State Christopher O’Sullivan welcomes progress on conservation and refurbishment of the national monument at 14 to 17 Moore Street
- Published on: 17 July 2025
- Last updated on: 17 July 2025
Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage with special responsibility for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O’Sullivan TD, has welcomed the progress being made on the conservation and refurbishment of the national monument at 14 to 17 Moore Street, Dublin 1, a project focused on transforming the historic 1916 national monument into a commemorative visitor centre, following his visit to the historic site today (17th July).
Minister O’Sullivan remarked
“Today’s visit gave me a real sense of what the leaders of the 1916 rising went through as they tunnelled through these properties on Moore Street, ultimately making the decision to surrender on the 1st floor in number 16.
The reason the state purchased 14-17 Moore Street was to conserve this historical site and create a commemorative centre. I want to see that delivered at pace.”
Highlighting the significance of the site, Minister O’Sullivan followed:
“Moore Street holds a unique and powerful place in the story of the 1916 Rising and in the history of Dublin city. The regeneration project is about honouring the legacy of those who fought for Ireland’s independence, preserving the authentic character of the national monument, and ensuring that future generations can connect with this pivotal chapter in our nation’s past.”
Works for the stabilisation and protection of the Monument have been ongoing. A design team has been appointed, and the Interpretation stage of the project (detailed design of the exhibition) has been signed off.
Substantial construction is expected to commence in 2026, aiming for the commemorative centre to open to the public in early 2028. The Design Team and the Office of Public Works are currently finalising plans for the Monument, in consultation with my Department.
Minister O’Sullivan concluded by encouraging continued engagement from all parties:
“I would urge all stakeholders, including traders, local residents, and heritage groups, to remain supportive of regeneration progress – this local input is vital to the project and the future of the area. The success of Moore Street’s future depends on the continued partnership and dialogue that has brought us this far.”
Phase of works schedule
The project is structured in two phases. The initial phase focuses on the stabilisation, repair, and adaptation of the four historic buildings at Nos. 14, 15, 16, and 17 Moore Street, preparing them to house a 1916 commemorative centre.
The next phase involves constructing a new two-storey building over the existing basement cellar at Nos. 8–9 Moore Lane, to the rear of the Moore Street houses. This new structure will incorporate surviving external walls and provide expanded facilities for the commemorative centre, accessible from Moore Lane and the yard behind Nos. 15 and 16. Both elements are designed to integrate into a single visitor experience, connected by a central external courtyard intended for reflection and commemoration.