Architecture

Our architectural heritage is one of the most tangible aspects of our heritage. By conserving our historic buildings we help to preserve them for future generations to enjoy as part of their heritage, just as we do now.

ARCHITECTURE FEATURED INITIATIVE

A New Home For The Heritage Council!

The Heritage Councils new headquarters, marks an exciting new stage in the development and history of the organisation. 

Click to read more about the history of the building.

ARCHITECTURE GRANT AIDED PROJECTS

Significant Places of Worship

Significant Places of Public Worship projects funded by the Heritage Council and the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government grantees 2009

  • Archaeology
  • Architecture
  • Education
  • Museums & Archive
  • Inland Waterways
  • Marine
  • Recreation
  • Wildlife
  • Landscape
  • Irish Walled Towns
  • County Heritage Services
  • Planning
 

HERITAGE IN YOUR AREA

Select your county from the drop-down list below for more information about heritage projects in your area.

ARCHITECTURE NEWS

Reps 4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme

The 2010 REPS4 Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme will open for applications in mid February. Please keep an eye on website for further updates.

ARCHITECTURE EVENTS

Traditional Shopfronts of Wicklow Town: Guidelines and Recommendations Workshops

Town Forum Offices, Main St. Wicklow Town. 23rd-27th August 10.00-13.00

ARCHITECTURE PUBLICATIONS

Bats, Birds, Buildings and You.

Many of our birds and all of our bats species are vulnerable to human interference and if they nest or roost in a building, they can be harmed by any renovation or restoration works to it.