Oranmore Library is located in a converted pre-famine Roman Catholic church, St. Mary's, built c.1803. It is a category 1 listed building. The stained glass windows have been retained and restored. The building is cruciform-shaped, with a belfry and large windows. The façade is of undecorated render and stone. The interior is that of a traditional church; a single open space with open timber roof structure. The library is located on the ground floor, while office space and book storage are at mezzanine level. There is also a side gallery.
Library Details
| Local Authority Name |
Galway County Council |
| Library |
Oranmore |
| Library Name |
Oranmore Library |
| Date Opened |
19 January 2001 |
Locality & Services
| Type of Service |
Branch library |
| Type of Building |
Conversion |
| Type of Building Converted |
Church |
| Description of Locality |
Town centre |
| Urban Population |
3513 |
| Stand Alone Facility |
Yes |
Size & Costs
| Number of Floors |
2 |
| Size (m2) |
300 |
| Cost of Library |
€444,408 |
| Funding Sources |
Local Authority, DEHLG |
Features & Facilities
| Special Features |
Architectural features |
| Accessibility |
Accessible entrance
Accessible toilets
Signage |
| Special Facilities |
Reference Library
Relaxation and reading area
Special collections
Toy Library |
| Parking |
Free parking adjacent |
| Internet Access |
4 terminals |
| Wi-Fi |
No |
| Printing |
No |
| Photocopying |
No |
| References |
Census 2006 Table 12 Alphabetical list of Towns with their population, 2002 and 2006 (Population within legally defined boundary) |
Architect & Design Team
| Architect Name |
James P. McHugh Architectural Planning & Design Group (2001) |
| County/City Librarian |
Galway County Council; Galway County Librarian (2001) |
Additional Information
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St. Mary's was used as a church until the early 1970s when a larger church was built. Much of the restoration work was undertaken by FÁS with support from local community groups. Funding for the restoration of St Mary's Church was received from National Heritage Council, Coillte Teoranta and The Irish-American Partnership. |
For further information please contact Galway County Council Library Authority