Carlow primary school children take home prizes after annual History Project Competition

The Carlow Historical and Archaeological Society (CHAS) held their annual History Project Competition last week.

Entries were received from primary school children from across Carlow. First prize was awarded to Kate Somers from Ballon National School, with an outstanding project on St Columbanus.

Second prize went to Kevin McKeon from Carlow National School for his excellent project on William Dargan.

Third prize was collected by Reuben McCarthy from Scoil Pádraig Naofa, Tullow, for his splendid project on John Tyndall.

The children were recognised and awarded for their work at a special event in Carlow County Museum which was attended by their family, friends and teachers.

Organisers said: "Well done to all for their incredible work! Carlow won't be in short supply for future historians!"

Pictured above are the three competition winners and (left) Pat O’ Neill, President of CHAS, and (right) Richard Codd, CHAS Committee Member and Chair of Judging Committee.