Ebrington Square is a public space and tourist attraction in

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built upon the former

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parade ground at Ebrington Barracks. Although located in the Waterside area of Derry, it is connected to the city centre on the west bank of the

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via the

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. The square opened on 14 February 2012 after a period of regeneration and hosted a number of events during the city's time as

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in 2013. To the west of the square, adjoining the river, is ''Mute Meadow'', an art installation comprising 40 pairs of columns, created by

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nominee Vong Phaophanit and Claire Oboussier. At night the columns are illuminated with colours drawn from the stained-glass used in the

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windows. Unveiled in 2011 but soon in need of repairs, the installation's lights have been off .

Gallery

File:Ebrington Clock Tower, Derry.jpg, Ebrington Clock Tower

References

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