White O'Morn Foundation.U.S.A.

Sorry!

I misjudged the photos of the film. There is only one opening on the right of the door ...

The Quiet Man Museum cottage also has a second floor, which the original did not have. There is a second replica Quiet Man cottage in Maam Cross as well. From what I understand, both are frequented by tourists. It is our hope at the White O'Morn Foundation, U.S.A., that the original White O'Morn, the one used in the film, can be restored to its former beauty. Of course, the original is in such a state of ruin right now, much of it will have to be rebuilt rather than restored, but part of the original is still there. Let's hope 2012 sees the restoration process starting!

Totally agree with you.

But would it not create a subscription to raise funds?

I'm confused. Are you Ethan Edwards in the U.K.....Chester in the U.S?. Likewise is there some documentation to say that Greg Ebbitt (msp) is aboard this campaign. Not to worry, I'm just an old lady and we have so many cottage restoration sites now that I can't get them all straight.

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Originally Posted by JoonDay

I'm confused. Are you Ethan Edwards in the U.K..... in the U.S?. Likewise is there some documentation to say that Greg Ebbitt (msp) is aboard this campaign. Not to worry, I'm just an old lady and we have so many cottage restoration sites now that I can't get them all straight.

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Hello June,
Just to let you know,
the White O'Morn Foundation, U.S.A.
is administered by three members of this board:-
Colorado Bob (Robert Tuttle)
Chester7777(James Sutherlin)
ethanedwards(Keith Law)

As far as Mr. Ebbitt is concerned, Jim is in constant contact with him,
and will be keeping us in touch as to his progress

The Foundation now has it's own web-site

White O'Morn Foundation, U.S.A.

and now you can follow the Foundation on Twitter

White O'Morn, U.S.A- Twitter

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Originally Posted by ethanedwards

Hello June,
Just to let you know,
the White O'Morn Foundation, U.S.A.
is administered by three members of this board:-
Colorado Bob (Robert Tuttle)
Chesterr7777(James Sutherlin/Chester Berlow)
ethanedwards(Keith Law)

As far as Mr. Ebbitt is concerned, Jim is in constant contact with him,
and will be keeping us in touch as to his progress

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I would add to Keith's post, that of the three organizations currently advocating for the restoration of White O'Morn, the White O'Morn Foundation, U.S.A. is the only group that is currently in contact with Mr. Ebbitt, the legal owner of White O'Morn. Mr. Ebbitt is still very determined to see the cottage restored, and we are just as determined to see his dream come true.

I have been there numerous times since 1998..The cottage is a wreck..BUT everything else is there..the bridge..the little road up from the water to the cottage.An additional cottage was built in the late 50's behind the movie original..but has been abandoned for years...The little area wher Duke planted the roses is about 50 yards to the rear of the cottage.The small river in front is the fallimore river. The town of cog is very close and everything id still there..Cohans is NOW a real pub with the interior duplicated from the film. It was a family grocery store for years run by the Murphy family. Jack Murphy lives close.He is now about 80 and was in the film as well as Victor MacLaglens driver...He is very friendly and talks about the film..Many areas in Cong are still intact..The cross..the house wher old Dan Tobin ran out from ..The river fight scene area etc..Excellent tour people in Cong..and Ryans Bar across from Cohans is where Duke,Ward Bond and Ford and MacGlaglen drank at nite...Als see Ashford Castle...Tons on movie scenes there including Red Will Danahers house and the fight scene area...Good Luck..Take ur time and enjoy the whole..bring video!! Happy New Year to all......The Lawman:holiday_irish:...And May the Road Be Kind to Ya

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I have been there numerous times since 1998..The cottage is a wreck..BUT everything else is there..the bridge..the little road up from the water to the cottage.An additional cottage was built in the late 50's behind the movie original..but has been abandoned for years...The little area wher Duke planted the roses is about 50 yards to the rear of the cottage.The small river in front is the fallimore river. The town of cog is very close and everything id still there..Cohans is NOW a real pub with the interior duplicated from the film. It was a family grocery store for years run by the Murphy family. Jack Murphy lives close.He is now about 80 and was in the film as well as Victor MacLaglens driver...He is very friendly and talks about the film..Many areas in Cong are still intact..The cross..the house wher old Dan Tobin ran out from ..The river fight scene area etc..Excellent tour people in Cong..and Ryans Bar across from Cohans is where Duke,Ward Bond and Ford and MacGlaglen drank at nite...Als see Ashford Castle...Tons on movie scenes there including Red Will Danahers house and the fight scene area...Good Luck..Take ur time and enjoy the whole..bring video!! Happy New Year to all......The Lawman:holiday_irish:...And May the Road Be Kind to Ya

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Lawman, I am very envious of you! I would love to visit Cong, as well as many other places in Ireland. Originally, my family came from Leinster, although that was several hundred years ago! One day I do hope to make the trip though, and I hope that White O'Morn will be restored so that all who visit will be able to enjoy it!

To All...Thanks for the nice words/welcome..Yes it did take a few years to climb up on the horse...but I got a little time on my hands now...so..I will be around..The Duke was...is... and always will be The Man...so we should have a lot in common....My next mission is to figure out this whole website so I can get acquainted with all the features etc...Best to all in the New Year...Su Amigo Siempre....The Lawman(newyr)