Reddy's Gift Shop/Ryan & Sons, Thomastown

aoife22 · 01-12-2012 05:37PM #1

Hi! I'm an Architecture Student and i'm doing some research into Reddy's Gift Shop/ Ryan & Sons (the old Tannery) in Thomastown for a conservation project. I've found very little information on the building itself and absolutely no old photos, anyone able to help me? I'm taking a trip to the Thomastown library during the week, but I thought I'd ask here first!

Thanks!

bluestar2010 · 02-12-2012 03:56PM

Hi

You could try the Kilkenny archaeological society located in Rothe House, Parliament Street, Kilkenny. They are not just concerned with archaeology but with everything to do with Kilkenny life in the city and county over the years.
The website is http://www.kilkennyarchaeologicalsociety.ie/

You could also try the Local Studies department in Kilkenny County Library, which is located in Johns Green, Kilkenny. They have a lot of resources regarding life in Kilkenny city and county.
The website is http://kilkennylibrary.kilkenny.ie/eng/Our_Services/Local_Studies/

I don't know if they have what you are looking for but they might be able to guide you in the right direction.

catbear · 02-12-2012 05:39PM

http://www.buildingsofireland.ie/niah/search.jsp?type=record&county=KK&regno=12317036
You're welcome.:)

earlytobed · 04-12-2012 12:52PM

There are a couple of excellent local history books in the library in Thomastown.
From memory, one written by a woman called Siverman (I think) with a section on former businesses.
I do remember Ryan's hardware in the 70's. Real old style shop

aoife22 · 07-12-2012 12:31PM

Thanks for all ye're help! Loads of information now

bluestar2010 · 09-12-2012 09:52PM

Yr welcome.

Reddy's Gift Shop/Ryan & Sons, Thomastown

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