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The Women's Podcast
Eavan Boland Library and Mary Lavin Place: the movement for more spaces named after women
Oct 17, 2024
Kathleen MacMahon, granddaughter of acclaimed Irish writer Mary Lavin, shares insights into Lavin's extraordinary life and literary legacy. Historian Mary McAuliffe discusses the underrepresentation of women in public space naming and campaigns for greater recognition of female contributors. They celebrate the unveiling of the Eavan Boland Library and Mary Lavin Place, discussing how commemorating women in public spaces can reshape historical narratives. Join them as they advocate for a more inclusive approach to honoring women's impactful roles in Irish culture.
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- The renaming of Trinity College's library after Eavan Boland marks a significant step towards recognizing women's contributions in Irish literary history.
- The discussion highlights the ongoing movement to increase the representation of women in public spaces, reflected by the creation of Mary Lavin Place.
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Mary Lavin Place: Honoring a Literary Pioneer
A new public plaza in Dublin called Mary Lavin Place is set to commemorate the acclaimed female writer Mary Lavin, marking the first significant public tribute to an Irish female author. The unveiling of the plaza will be officiated by celebrated author Colm Tobin, who praised Lavin as one of the literary geniuses who exemplified hard work and dedication to the craft of writing. Lavin’s connection to the area, having lived nearby with her three daughters, highlights her influence within the local literary scene during the mid-20th century. The plaza serves not only as a tribute to her legacy but also seeks to address the historical deficit of women’s representation in public spaces across Ireland.
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