Heritage Week was great success in Waterford as historic business recalled
The former Portlaw Tannery building
The Portlaw Heritage Centre Committee expressed delight recently and gratitude to all those who supported it events over the course of Heritage Week.
"Both our walks were a success and we welcomed visitors every day we were open," said a spokesperson for the centre.
"Over the course of the week we had the pleasure of talking with former tannery workers, visitors from near and far, and even some from Australia," he added.
"We also had descendants of Kennedy O’Brien, first Managing Director of Irish Tanners, join us on Saturday, August 23, as we focused on the 40th anniversary of the closure of the tannery."
Those involved with the local centre staff were also delighted to meet with their colleagues from Knockanore Heritage & Historical Society as well as members of the Clonmel Historical & Archaeological Society.
"We will be continuing with our work recording the story of tannery workers over the next year and building our website and heritage trail," said the spokesperson.
"Again thank you to all who supported our activities."
