History Society
FOLLOWING on from the success of the opening lecture of the Kilmacanogue History Society where 140 members were present, the next lecture is scheduled to take place next Tuesday, 7th February in the Glenview Hotel. Titled "In the Footsteps of Augustine Henry", it will be presented by Séamus O'brien. Augustine Henry is one of the most famous of the pioneering plant hunters who travelled to China in the latter part of the 19th century. He played a key role in establishing the basis for our present knowledge of the Chinese flora. Séamus O'brien will tell all present the fascinating story of Henry's life and work and of the three expeditions Séamus did himself along with his dedicated team of botanists and horticulturalists which they undertook in 2002, 2004 and 2005 to retrace Henry's routes. Séamus is the head gardener at Kilmacurragh Botanic Gardens and a key member of the National Botanic Gardens team. His early training at Glasnevin inspired him to become a plant hunter, and to follow in the footsteps of Augustine Henry and the other great plant hunters. Do come along and hear the story of two Irish Plant Hunters of note, only separated by more than a century. Entry is just €3 (members €2) and all are welcome. For more info about the society, check out kilmacanoguehistorysociety.com
