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

The Bishop’s Palace

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

1. The Bishop’s Palace Marker

Inscription. This 18th century town house was a residence for Church of Ireland Bishops until 1784. It was restored by Limerick Civic Trust in 1989/90.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1784.

Location. 52° 40.221′ N, 8° 37.512′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is on King's Island. It is on Castle Street west of Church Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 11 Castle 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 of this marker: The Bard of Thomond (here, next to this marker); a different marker also named The Bishop’s Palace (here, next to

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this marker); a different marker also named Bishops Palace (here, next to this marker); The North Munster Masonic Centre (a few steps from this marker); The Bishop's Palace / Saint Munchin's Church (within shouting distance of this marker); Michael Hogan (within shouting distance of this marker); King John’s Castle (within shouting distance of this marker); St Munchin’s Church (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Limerick.

Additional keywords. green plaque

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

2. The Bishop’s Palace Marker

The green plaque is located on the southern face of the Bishop's Palace, currently the headquarters of the Limerick Civic Trust.

Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 13, 2026

3. The Bishop’s Palace Marker

A small relief of Michael Hogan, the Bard of Thomond, can be seen down and to the left of the plaque.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 27, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.