Phibsborough in Dublin in County Dublin, Leinster, Ireland — Mid-East (and Dublin)
James Joyce
1882-1941
equidifferent uneven numbers, number 7
Eccles St., he inserted his hand
mechanically into the back pocket of
his trousers to obtain his latchkey...."
Ulysses
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Arts, Letters, Music. A significant historical year for this entry is 1922.
Location. 53° 21.47′ N, 6° 15.872′ W. Marker is in Dublin, Leinster, in County Dublin. It is in Phibsborough. It is on Eccles Street just west of Dorset Street Upper (National Route 1), on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Dublin, Leinster D07 WKW8, Ireland. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Ancient East. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, on the Island of Ireland, on the Celtic Fringe, in the European Union, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a British colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Leo Whelan Rha (within shouting distance of this marker); Frances Teresa Ball (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Αras Chathail Mhig Lιid House (about 180 meters away); Jerome O'Leary (about 210 meters away); Countess Markievicz and the Department of Labour (about 240 meters away); Harry Clarke (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Diarmuid Σ Duidir (approx. 0.3 kilometers away); Mater Misericordiζ Hospital (approx. 0.3 kilometers away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Dublin.
Regarding James Joyce. Excerpt from Joyce's classic, Ulysses, with 4 Eccles Street and all of the other north side of the street's Georgian homes replaced by a sprawling hospital complex.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 9, 2025. It was originally submitted on April 9, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 143 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 9, 2025, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.

