St Macartan’s Chapel was constructed between 1838-46 and is grade B+ listed. The Chapel is notable for its stained glass windows, designed in the workshops of Joshua Clarke & Sons. The windows commemorate local writer Rose Kavanagh and Archbishop Hughes who founded St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York.
Martin McKenna is a member of the Parish committee who led the restoration. The parish committee commissioned Chris McCollum to complete a conservation study for the church in 2019, following which Martin researched the best wood and storm glazing to ensure the glass is protected. His heritage building expertise was integral to ensuring the glass was cleaned correctly, in order to show the brilliance of the signature blues of the Clarke studio windows. The restoration work has insured the lasting legacy of this church, that is important not only in the community, but on a national scale.