Welcome to Four Courts 100.
This app provides a fascinating account of the tumultuous events in 1922 that helped shape the country and the courts service we know today.
From the moment it was first built to its reconstruction after the Civil War, this app lets you discover the story of the Four Courts no matter where you are. Even if you’re not in the Four Courts itself! You can also learn about how the Four Courts have adapted to the technological opportunities of the Digital Age, by moving more services online
A blend of interactive visuals, videos and text will bring you back in time to three turbulent days in July 1922. The app will guide you around the Four Courts complex itself and into the spectacular Round Hall.
Four Courts 100 App
Download the app here and follow instructions.
Alternatively, for more information on guided tours and visiting the Four Courts, please see the menu above.
EXHIBITION
The Four Courts - 1922, Before and After
Commemorating the building, the people and their story.
This exhibition was produced in conjunction with Michael Fewer, historian and author, and told the story of the Four Courts from when it was first designed by architect James Gandon at the turn of the nineteenth century, to its destruction in 1922 and subsequent reconstruction.
The exhibition ran from 24 June 2022 - 10 September 2024, inside the Round Hall at the Four Courts.
Using photos and visuals, the exhibition told the story of the people and the buildings impacted by the events of 1922.
ABOUT THE FOUR COURTS 100 COMMEMORATIONS
The Four Courts 100 commemorations was developed in conjunction with the Decade of Centenaries Committee. They were part of a wider programme of commemorations planned for 2022. The Committee was keen to ensure that a wide range of commemoration options were available to the public, including on-site events as well as online attractions.
For more information, visit our website: https://courts.ie/four-courts-100
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The Courts Decade of Centenaries Committee is led by the Chief Justice of Ireland, Donal O’Donnell, supported by Angela Denning, CEO of the Courts Service, in conjunction with members of the judiciary, current and retired staff of the Courts Service, and the OPW.
We would also like to thank the following organisations and individuals who have been hugely supportive in organising the programme of commemorations:
Members of judiciary: Mr. Justice Gerard Hogan, Ms. Justice Caroline Costello, Ms. Justice Mary Faherty, Mr. Justice Brian Murray, Mr. Justice Maurice Collins, Mr. Justice Brian O’Moore, Mr Justice Cian Ferriter
Judge Elma Shehan, Judge Victor Blake, Judge Grainne Malone.
OPW Members: Ciaran O’Connor, State Architect, OPW, Rosemary Collier, Head of Heritage, OPW.
Courts Service representatives, Retired members: Noel Doherty, Noel Rubotham; Current members: Alan Baker, Abigail Brechist, Natasha Buchanan, Denise Cole, Patrick Conboy, Gerry Curran, Brendan Houlihan, Maura Howe, Niamh Kearns, Lisa Maybury, Sarahrose Murphy, Saul Philbin Bowman, Coral Tearle, John Whelan.
VISITOR INFORMATION
The Four Courts are open to all members of the public. Visitors are welcome to sit-in on court cases so they can experience for themselves how the courts function. Only cases which are deemed to be ‘in-camera’ are excluded.
The Four Courts can be accessed through the main public entrance on Inns Quay, where visitors will be required to pass through a security check.
Courts sit Monday – Friday until the end of July, at which point the Courts break for summer recess. Visitors should be aware that while Courts are sitting the Round Hall can be busy.
CONTACT
For further information on the full programme of the Courts Decade of Centenary Commemorations please visit: https://courts.ie/four-courts-10
Email us at: communications@courts.ie