Abbey Church - Dublin Ireland
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On the north-east corner of Parnell Square is the Abbey Presbyterian Church (1864), usually known as Findlater's Church after the wealthy merchant who paid for the building. Its graceful neo-Gothic spire is one of Dublin's landmarks.
Waymark Code: WM3BN0
Location: Ireland
Date Posted: 03/10/2008
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The Findlaters story begins in Scotland but moves to Dublin by 1823, where Alex Findlater had established himself selling whiskey, wine and ales. Within a few decades he had started other businesses in England and built the Mountjoy brewery, which was located across the road from Croke Park. The family name was forever engraved in the history of Parnell Square when in the 1860s Alex Findlater underwrote the cost of building the elegant Presbyterian church which stands on the corner near the Municipal Gallery. It is known colloquially as Findlater's Church.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 04/08/1864
Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society
If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Presbyterian
If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 10:00 AM To: 5:00 PM
If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday
Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 11:00 AM
Street address of Church:
Parnell Square
Dublin, Dublin City Ireland
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Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed
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