Ireland Park

Ireland Park in Toronto commemorates the Irish famine migrants of 1847 with a poignant memorial and green space.

Ireland Park is a public park located on the Toronto waterfront, established to honor the Irish immigrants who arrived in the city during the Great Famine of 1847. The park features a series of striking limestone sculptures by Irish artist Rowan Gillespie, depicting the weary travelers, and serves as a place of quiet reflection. It includes a memorial wall listing the names of those who perished shortly after arrival. The park provides a scenic and contemplative environment with views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands, connecting visitors to this significant chapter in the city's history.