Prior's-Land in Limerick in County Limerick, Munster, Ireland — Irish South-West ((Éire) North Atlantic Ocean)
Catherine Hayes
1825–1861
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026
1. Catherine Hayes Marker
World renowned operatic soprano was born in this house.
Erected by Limerick Civic Trust.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1825.
Location. 52° 39.923′ N, 8° 37.481′ W. Marker is in Limerick, Munster, in County Limerick. It is in Prior's-Land. It is on Patrick Street east of Ellen Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4 Patrick 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: Maurice Lenihan (a few steps from this marker); St. Michael's Catholic Church (about 150 meters away, measured in a direct line); Arthur’s Quay Park (about 180
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Also see . . . The Swan of Erin: The Enduring Legacy of Kate Hayes (Gary Noy, Sierra College).
Catherine “Kate” Hayes was born in Limerick, Ireland in 1818. As a child her father abandoned the family and she was plunged into desperate poverty. As a young girl, she impressed all who heard her with her beautiful singing voice...[T]he London Daily Express, in a recent review of a biography of Kate Hayes, wrote: “Hayes was the ‘Madonna” of her day, she was the 19th-century operatic equivalent of the world's most famous pop star.” Maybe in renown, but certainly not in behavior. From all accounts, Kate Hayes was not a scandalous figure like a Madonna or Kate’s contemporary Lola Montez, but the dignified and elegant embodiment of the 19th century definition of feminine virtue.(Submitted on May 26, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)
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Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, May 14, 2026
2. Catherine Hayes Marker
As of 2026, the house where Kate Hayes was born is under construction. The marker is located on the right-hand side of this photo.
Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons, 1855
3. Catherine "Kate" Hayes during her Australian Tour
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 26, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 13 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 26, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
