Remembering the Famine at Reen Farm | Cork News

Step into history at Reen Farm this July, where the Skibbereen Arts Festival hosts a moving bilingual commemoration honoring the victims of An Gorta Mór. Nestled on land once home to a pre-famine settlement, the farm’s owners John and Christine Kelly have transformed it into a living memorial—limestone slabs etched with names and stories restore dignity to those forgotten in life. The centerpiece? A 1846 letter from local magistrate N M Cummins, his desperate plea to the Duke of Wellington that sparked fleeting relief efforts. Organized by Gaeilgeoirí Bhréan Trá, this isn’t just about remembering—it’s about making the past resonate today. Join them for readings, poetry, music, and a solemn walk through history. This may be your only chance to witness this deeply personal tribute—and next year, it could expand beyond Reen Farm. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3cd0e19f193ad747