birr scientific and heritage foundation
Houses exhibits and antique equipment related to photography, astronomy, botany, and engineering. Funding helps pay for wrought iron entrance gates to the Birr Castle Demesne.

“With The American Ireland Fund’s assistance, we’ve been able to undertake a feasibility study leading to the restoration of the great telescope of Birr and, as a result, increase our visitor attractiveness.”

Dr. Salter Sterling
Chairman