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From mosaic panels and community-led artworks to distinctive shopfronts, the library, and hidden creative spaces such as the Tin Jug Studio, each stop reveals a layer of Birr\u2019s artistic identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>A curated selection of temporary installations and site-specific works will animate streets, green spaces, and historic locations, creating a dialogue between contemporary art and the town\u2019s built and natural environments. An outdoor community participation project will further encourage local involvement, while four local artists will create glass sculptures at Glasshammer Studio as part of the trail. A signature outdoor sculpture has been developed as a joint commission between Night and Day Festival, Vintage Week, and Longford Lights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Accessible to all, the trail will be supported by a clear, user-friendly map and guided walks, including a Late Night Art Trail. 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