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Longford came alive with creativity on Saturday, June 6 for Cruinniú na nÓg, Ireland’s national day of free creativity for children and young people under 18. There was a fun- packed programme of events across the county.
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The main flagship event in county Longford was at Longford Library, where families got the opportunity to view a striking LEGO sculpture of St Mel’s Cathedral, created by brick artist Jessica Farrell.
Longford Live photographer Shelley Corcoran captured this gallery of photos from the day and we hope you enjoy them.
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1. As part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2026, Creative Ireland Longford proudly unveiled an incredible, one-of-a-kind LEGO sculpture of St Mel’s Cathedral, brought to life by talented brick artist Jessica Farrell. Pictured in Longford library admiring the amazing work are Karen Reilly (Cruinniu na nÓg), Ciaran Lennon and Martina Needham (Creative Ireland), Gary Murtagh. Jessica and Faolán Farrell who created the Lego Cathedral
Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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2. As part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2026, Creative Ireland Longford proudly unveiled an incredible, one-of-a-kind LEGO sculpture of St Mel’s Cathedral, brought to life by talented brick artist Jessica Farrell. Pictured in Longford library admiring the amazing work is Bishop Emeritus Colm O’Reilly
Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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3. Irish music sessions with Michael Lennon; Killian, Ella and Mark
Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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4. In Athena, for the Visual Art Workshop with Stephanie Hanlon were Sara Adzia and Heidi Corcoran
Picture: Shelley Corcoran
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