🚢 Titanic and Her Kildare Connections – Maynooth Castle

What:
A fascinating talk exploring the Kildare connections to the story of the RMS Titanic, including the passengers, crew and local figures linked to one of history’s most famous maritime tragedies.

Where:
📍 Maynooth Castle
Parsons Street, Maynooth, Co. Kildare

When:
📅 Monday 17th August 2026
🕛 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Description:
Over a century after the tragic sinking of the RMS Titanic, join the team at Maynooth Castle for an engaging talk uncovering the Kildare connections behind this extraordinary story.

Discover the lives of the men and women connected to Titanic’s maiden voyage in April 1912, including the story of Father Brown, the Jesuit priest and photographer who captured the final image of the ship leaving port.

The talk will also explore the remarkable connection to Kildare’s own Ernest Shackleton, who was called upon to provide his expertise during the British Inquiry following the disaster.

A fascinating event for history lovers and Titanic enthusiasts alike.

More Information / Booking:
Booking recommended:
📧 maynoothcastle@opw.ie
📞 046 942 2270