Alicia Clements says they've been fighting for world recognition for his telescope since the 1980s.
The family of the Third Earl of Rosse are delighted Birr telescope has moved a step closer to being recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site.
Alicia Clements, who is his Great Great Great Grand Daughter and Manager of the Birr Estate says they've been hoping and fighting for world recognition for his telescope since the 1980s.
It along with the Dunsink Observatory House, in Dublin and the Armagh Planetarium and Observatory are being acknowledged for their role in astronomical discoveries.
Birr Castle Demesne began as a private observatory of the 3rd Earl of Rosse. It is most famous for the Great Leviathan of Parsonstown, built in 1845, then the largest telescope in the world.
Lady Clements says the family are thrilled the historical importance of the telescope is being celebrated:
Speaking on the announcement, Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science James Lawless said: “I am delighted to congratulate Armagh, Birr and Dunsink Observatories on being added to Ireland’s UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. Ireland has a long history of advancing scientific knowledge and the addition of these observatories to the list is a recognition of that work and expertise. This recognition also serves as a powerful inspiration for future generations, encouraging more minds to explore the world of science, sparking curiosity and driving the pursuit of new knowledge even further."
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