Irish Commemorative Stone
A monument in Montreal, also known as the Black Rock, commemorating 6,000 Irish immigrants who died of ship fever during the Great Irish Famine of 1847-1848.

📜 Monument in Montreal commemorating 6,000 Irish immigrants who died of ship fever.
🔍 Also known as the Black Rock, erected in 1859 by Victoria Bridge workers.

Why Go

🇮🇪 Honor Irish famine victims and their journey to Canada
🚶 Participate in the annual commemorative walk
🌳 Witness the development of a future memorial park (planned for 2030)

Why Avoid

⚠️ Currently located in a traffic median, access might be challenging
🚧 Park construction ongoing, not yet a fully developed site

Tips

🗓️ Annual commemorative walk takes place end of May.
📍 The monument is in the Pointe-Saint-Charles neighbourhood.

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