Welcome to The Limerick’s Life, your gateway to the rich and diverse history of Limerick City.
This website was founded and is curated by Sharon Slater, an award-winning historian and author, dedicated to preserving and sharing the untold stories of Limerick’s past. Whether you’re a local resident, curious visitor, or history enthusiast, you’ve likely wondered about the lives of the ordinary people who shaped this city—fishermen, butchers, factory workers, builders, housewives, children, students. What legacies did they leave behind?
Through meticulous research, both on foot and online, we’ve gathered a collection of historical articles that delve into these very questions. Our aim is not just to inform, but to educate and entertain, offering a deeper understanding of Limerick’s heritage.
Have you ever walked past an old building, a church, a graveyard, or a street in Limerick and wondered about its history? Who built it? Who owned it? How has it evolved over the centuries? This website seeks to answer these questions, bringing to light the stories behind the city’s landmarks.
Within the pages of Limerick’s Life, you’ll discover fascinating stories, historic letters, in-depth articles, as well as a wealth of old and new photographs and maps. Each piece is a small treasure, contributing to a broader picture of Limerick’s history, revealing the hidden gems that make this city unique.
We invite you to explore our website and immerse yourself in the forgotten lives and stories that have shaped Limerick. If you find our content interesting or useful for your own research, please follow our social media feeds – Facebook – Twitter – Instagram—to stay connected.
Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, suggestions, or requests. We’re here to help you discover, share, and remember the rich history of Limerick.
Read, Tell, And Remember.