The former courthouse in Ballinamore is set to become a centre that honours John McGahern.
The McGahern Gateway Centre will be a hub for fans of the famous writer, and provide local tourism information for visitors.
The Courts Service is expected to confirm the transfer of the building shortly.
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John Toolan, the chairman of the McGahern Gateway Centre Committee, says it needs complete refurbishment.
He has been speaking to Eoghan Murphy about the project:
