The band stand in St Stephen's Green has been blocked off, with fences erected around it today.
The OPW says it must protect vulnerable historic features from vandalism and anti-social behaviour, and in order to protect the bandstand from any further damage, a decision was taken to erect fencing.
The Office of Public Works says it hopes visitors will continue to enjoy the beautiful surrounds of the park this weekend.
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A spokesperson for the OPW says: "St. Stephen’s Green is a National Monument and Historic Park beloved by the citizens of Dublin and Ireland.
"The Green encompasses a number of important features including the Victorian Bandstand. We want visitors to enjoy the Green but OPW must also protect vulnerable historic features from vandalism and anti-social behaviour. In order to protect the historic bandstand from any further damage, a decision was taken to erect fencing to protect the structure.
"We hope visitors will continue to enjoy the beautiful surrounds of the Park this weekend. The OPW appeals to the public to respect this important heritage site and its historic features, to respect our staff and fellow visitors, to bring their waste home with them and to behave responsibly when in the Park.
"The OPW is liaising with An Garda Síochána in relation to the policing of St Stephen’s Green on an ongoing basis and will respond to any incidents should they arise."
