History buff Ryan Tubridy pays visit to Athy

RTE presenter Ryan Tubridy paid a visit to Athy on Monday.

The history enthusiast was given a tour of the permanent exhibition to explorer Ernest Shackleton at Athy Heritage Museum.

 Cllr Colm Kenny said: "I was delighted to welcome Ryan Tubridy to Athy Heritage Museum.

"Ryan is a big fan of history.

"I took the opportunity to update him on Ireland's intention to progress participation in the Antarctic Treaty."