Monaghan, is a lively town with some wonderful architecture that can best be appreciated on foot. The County Museum and the St Louis Convent Heritage Centre are well worth a visit. St. Macartan's Catherdral was built in 1892 and contains interesting Stations of the Cross and tapestries. Other buildings of particular note around the town include the original 17thc. Market House, the Courthouse, St Patrick's Church of Ireland, and the First Monaghan Presbyterian Church. The Rossmore Memorial and the Market Cross are also of historical significance. Rossmore Forest Park, with its hardwood, broadleaf and conifer trees, mixed grasses, lakes and rivers creates a teeming wildlife habitat. There are some lovely walks around the park. Within this beautiful setting is nearby Rossmore Golf Club which offers an exceptional 18-hole championships course. Valley Pitch & Putt 18-hole course is located on the Ballybay Road and Monaghan Golf Range is also located within the vicinity of the town. The Garage Theatre is a popular venue for both touring companies and audience.