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Prior's-Land in Limerick in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)
 

Denis M. Leonard

1947–2009

 
 
Denis M. Leonard Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026
1. Denis M. Leonard Marker
Inscription. On February 23rd 2011, this tree was planted by Limerick Civic Trust in memory of our inspirational founder member and Director Denis M. Leonard. The tree is planted near the restored Russell Fountain, a project of which Denis was particularly proud.
 
Erected 2011 by Limerick Civic Trust.
 
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Charity & Public Work. A significant historical date for this entry is February 23, 2011.
 
Location. 52° 39.496′ N, 8° 37.63′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is in Prior's-Land. It can be reached from the intersection of Upper Mallow Street and Pery Square. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 20 Upper Mallow Street, Limerick, Munster, Ireland. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the 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.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
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of this marker: Welcome to the People's Park / Fáilte go bPáirc an Phobail (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); People's Park (about 120 meters away); The Georgian House and Garden (about 180 meters away); The Limerick Grand Prix (about 180 meters away); A Star for Connie (about 180 meters away); Tait’s Clock (about 180 meters away); Limerick Soviet 1919 Proclamation (about 180 meters away); Private James O’Rourke (about 210 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Limerick.
 
Also see . . .
1. People's Park.
Limerick Civic Trust was founded by Denis Leonard in 1983. He worked tirelessly and contributed to the revival of Limerick’s heritage and environment. Over 144 public projects were completed upon his death including the restoration of The Bishop’s Palace on King’s Island and many projects within this park.
(Submitted on May 20, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.) 

2. Limerick Civic Trust. (Submitted on May 20, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)
 
Denis M. Leonard Marker image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026
2. Denis M. Leonard Marker
The marker is located near the center of People's Park.
Richard Russell Drinking Fountain image. Click for full size.
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026
3. Richard Russell Drinking Fountain
One of the projects in People's Park cared for by Denis Leonard and Limerick Civic Trust.
 
 
Credits. This page was last revised on May 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 20, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 17 times since then. Photos:   1, 2, 3. submitted on May 20, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
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Oct. 13, 2026