If you think history is little more than dates and dusty old ruins, James Kane will change your mind. On Thursday, 25th September at 8 pm in Benburb Priory, he will bring to life the remarkable story of Charlemont Fort and the village that grew around it. tracing its fortunes from the 17th century right up to the present day.
As chairperson of the O’Neill Country Historical Society, James has spent decades unearthing and retelling the stories of this area. He is the author of Your Lordship’s Estate: A General History of the Moy and Charlemont and joint editor of Dúiche Néill. His many published articles and talks for historical societies across the country have earned him a reputation as one of the finest interpreters of local history.
If you have ever crossed the Blackwater at Charlemont or strolled through the village square, you will leave with a fresh sense of the layers of story beneath your feet, so do not miss this evening. Come along to the Priory, settle into your seat, and let James Kane guide you through centuries of intrigue, conflict and community.
Moy, Charlemont and District 