Have you seen the painted electricity boxes around Cork city?
They were painted by different local groups such as Mad About Cork and People's Republic of Cork. They come in all different artistic styles and show famous people or aspects of local history and culture. They also reflect the multicultural nature of Cork with some in other languages apart from English and Irish.
Here are some examples of the different ones you can see around the city and near suburbs with some info on who / what is featured in the artwork. What's your favourite?
Agnes Mary Clerke, Cork-born writer and astronomer.
Fela Kuti, Nigerian musician
Tribute to ferryman who brought people across the River Lee (since replaced by the Shakey Bridge)
Sanita Pušpure, rower
Mary Elmes, Cork-born aid worker
Brian Dillon, Irish republican leader
Tanora, tangerine flavoured drink
The Frank and Walters, pop band
Langerload, Cork slang
Rena Buckley, Cork sportswoman
Slang, mint
Alf Stewart, fictional character from Australian soap opera
Margaret Barry, Cork-born singer
Roy Keane, Cork-born soccer player and manager
Christy Ring, Cork-born hurler
Cork humour!
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