Cork’s Nano Nagle Place launches 'Be the Light' campaign 

As the festive season clicks into gear, Nano Nagle Place has launched its Christmas fundraising campaign Be the Light.

The Lord Mayor of Cork, Damian Boylan was on hand to switch on the Christmas lights and unveil a new public mural, inspired by Nano Nagle’s legacy as the Lady of the Lantern.

Through the Be the Light campaign , businesses are encouraged to sponsor a lantern, with individuals and families invited to sponsor a light.

Each sponsored light and lantern will shine in a unique light installation at Nano Nagle Place on December 17, with all funds raised supporting the community programmes run at Nano Nagle Place.

Created by renowned visual artist Friz, the new public mural shows Nano Nagle holding a book, reflecting her belief in the power of education to transform lives, capturing both her historical impact and the continued relevance of her vision today.

The CEO of Nano Nagle Place, John Smith, said: “Nano Nagle carried her lantern through the lanes of Cork to bring education and hope to people who had been left in the dark. Be the Light asks everyone across Cork and beyond to carry that light forward this Christmas, by supporting programmes that tackle loneliness, build community connection and champion inclusion.”

The Lord Mayor of Cork added: “I am delighted to help turn on the lights here at Nano Nagle Place to mark the start of the festive period and I would like to commend and congratulate everyone involved in creating this new mural. 

“Public art like this has the power to transform spaces, spark conversations and inspire. 

“This mural of Nano carrying her light will hopefully be a point of inspiration for others to do the same. 

“Nano Nagle Place is one of Cork’s most important cultural and community landmarks. 

“It also tells the story of one of our city’s most remarkable citizens, whose legacy of compassion, education and service continues to inspire people today.”

Businesses looking to sponsor a lantern and individuals who would like to sponsor a light can find out further information at
nanonagleplace.ie.