Skiddy's Almshouse, Historical almshouse in Cork, Ireland.
The L-shaped stone building features an arcade design and stands enclosed by a ten-foot wall near the former Saint Mary's Churchyard.
Stephen Skiddy, a Cork wine merchant, established the almshouse through his 1584 will, with construction completed in 1719 for both Catholic and Protestant residents.
The structure represents early institutional care in Ireland, demonstrating the historical commitment to providing housing assistance for elderly and impoverished citizens.
The Social Housing Development Company maintains the building, which underwent restorations in 1975 and 2005, continuing to serve residential purposes.
The Vintners Federation in London maintains the centuries-old tradition of providing annual payments to support the almshouse, as specified in Skiddy's original will.
Location: Cork
Inception: 1719
Architects: Frank Murphy
GPS coordinates: 51.90348,-8.47486
Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:20
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