Government funding has been set aside for the Reimagining Mountmellick’s Christmas Tree Project.
The famous old tree had been pride of place in Mountmellick since the 1980’s.
The 65ft steel column that transformed into a Christmas tree, was removed in June.
The Mountmellick Christmas Tree Committee, supported by Mountmellick Embroidery and Heritage Museum, Yarn-Bombing Mountmellick, and local artist, Martina Coyle, has since worked hard to create a viable alternative.
This project has been described as:
“Reimagining the iconic Christmas tree of Mountmellick through the lens of eco-design and renewables; use of local lace and embroidery crafts, alongside energy efficient lighting to engage the community in rethinking their lifestyle and energy use.”
Sean Fleming T.D. Minister of State, Department of Foreign Affairs welcomed the funding, saying:
“I want to compliment all those involved in this Mountmellick project for their skills and artistic talent to make this happen.
“It is good to see funding for a new project to replace this old tree under the Governments Creative Climate Action Fund.
“I am already looking forward to visiting this new project in December.
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