Thomas Francis Meagher Walking Tour, Granville Hotel – 6PM
Visit sites associated with the life and career of Thomas Francis Meagher in Waterford starting with his birthplace at the Granville Hotel and concluding at the Sabai Restaurant at 7PM, his home where he was arrested in July 1848.
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Peace Vigil – 8PM
Join Musical Director Dr. Phil Brennan and the Island of Ireland Peace Choir at Edmund Rice Chapel, Mount Sion, Barrack St., Waterford for a night to remember.
Venue: Medieval Museum, Waterford
Our prestigious speakers will discuss various aspects of the legacy of Thomas Francis Meagher and its significance for modern Ireland.
Chaired by Mr Michael Walsh, Chief Executive, Waterford City and County Council
10:00AM - Welcome and Introductory Remarks
Welcome: Mr Eamonn McEneaney, Chair, Thomas Francis Meagher Tricolour Celebration
Introductory Remarks: Dr Daniel Mulhall, Patron, Thomas Francis Meagher Tricolour Celebration; former Irish Ambassador to the United States, Great Britain, Germany and Malaysia; Parnell Fellow, Magdalen College, Cambridge; Resident Fellow, Institute of Politics, Harvard University; Freeperson of Waterford
10.30AM – Dr Shane Brown, Department of History, University College, Dublin
‘From Redmondite to Republican: the adoption of the tricolour as Ireland’s national flag, 1870-1924.’
11.00AM – Dr Michael Kennedy, Royal Irish Academy, Dublin
‘On an equal footing with all: Ireland and the League of Nations, 1923-46.’
11.30AM – Tea/Coffee Break
Chaired by Ms Dymphna Nugent, journalist and broadcaster WLRFM
12.00PM – Dr Christina Henri, Honorary Artist in Residence, Cascades Female Factory Historic Site, South Hobart, Tasmania
'Thomas Francis O'Meagher, the Vandemonian years and his family life.’
12.30PM – Dr Mary C. Murphy, Head, Department of Government and Politics, University College, Cork
'The Orange and the Green - Unionist and Nationalist relations in Northern Ireland.'
Distinguished ambassadors and guests gather to honour Thomas Francis Meagher, with performances from Dordán Choir and Late Late Toy Show Star, Stevie Mulrooney. (Black Tie)
Military Parade, Wreath Laying & Flag Raising Ceremony, Waterford Crystal Plaza – 12PM
Following the Thomas Francis Meagher Fife & Drum Band at the Granville Hotel (11am):
Parade of Veterans led by The De La Salle Scout Pipe Band
Barrack Street Concert Band
Wreath Laying Ceremony
Thomas Francis Meagher Oration
Tricolour Flag Raising Celebration
National Anthem performed by Late Late Toy Show Star Stevie Mulrooney