Events Archive
Education in the Outdoors seminar
Organised by the Countryside Recreation Network. 23rd February 2010. Norfolk Park, Sheffield, England.
Creating an Outdoor Classroom - 2 Day Course
Organiser: Organiser: The Irish SeedSavers Association
Establishing a school garden as a cross curricular teaching aid. 27th and 28th February [and repeated on 20th and 21st March]. The Irish SeedSavers Association, Capparoe, Scariff, Co. Clare.
There are very few problems nature hasn’t already solved!
Biomimicry: Emulating Nature’s Genius. [Please note change of venue to the Royal College of Surgeons, 123 St. Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2.]
Talk by Professor Ray Parker Friday 28th Jan 2011 at 8:30pm. Mulranny Amenity Centre, Co. Mayo
Irish Seed Savers Upcoming Wokshops
Creating an Orchard, Fruit Tree Pruning, Restoring an Old Orchard
The Hedge Laying Association of Ireland demonstration. Saturday 19 February, Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, Cultra, Co. Down.
Irish Wildlife Trust hosts Irish premiere of 'Play Again'
10th March at 6.30pm. Light House Cinema, Smithfield, Dublin
Enabling Sustainable Behaviour: The Environment, Communities, Health & Well Being
3rd Annual Social Marketing Conference of The Centre for Innovation and Structural Change at NUI Galway. Friday 15th April.
Graveyard and Memorial Recording Workshops
Workshops being organised by Laois Partnership in association with Laois County Council, on the use of new technology to record graveyards and memorials. Training will be provided by Eachtra Archaeology and will involve all...
Weekend in the Woods: April 30th - May 1st, Clare
April 30th - May 1st, Bealkelly Oak Woods, Tuamgraney,
Co. Clare
Upcoming Workshops at Irish Seed Savers
Children's Cookery WorkshopSaturday July 9 (½ day): Children from ages 5 to 13 will enjoy this hands-on cookery course.Soft Fruits – Cultivation and TastingSaturday July 16 (½ day): - Currants, gooseberries and jostaberries are a...
With marine biologist Dr Sarah Varian and team in the National Sea Life Centre Bray.
ECO UNESCO Events, Training, Opportunities, Programmes
ECO-UNESCO Training Courses
ECO-UNESCO’s Youth Work and Sustainability Training27th Sep 2011, 10 am – 4 pm.
ECO-UNESCO's Introduction to Sustainable Development (FETAC Accredited Module - L5) 10 weeks:29th Sep - 15th Dec...
Planning, People and Environment Conference
Sustainable Energy of Authority of Ireland Conference, Thursday 22nd September 2011, Dublin
Whose Culture Is It? Social Inclusion and Cultural Diversity in Ireland's Cultural Spaces
Seminar, Friday November 11th 2011, Kilkenny Castle
Upcoming Winter Gardening and Craft Workshops at Irish Seed Savers
Irish Seed Savers Association, Capparoe, Scarriff, Co. Clare
ECO-UNESCO - Environmental Education Training - 7th & 8th February 2012
Tuesday & Wednesday, 7th & 8th February 2012, Dublin. This is a great opportunity for environmental educators (staff and volunteers) to be up-skilled in teaching methods and methodologies central to environmental education.
Growing Together — An all-Ireland conference on Community Supported Agriculture
The aim of this weekend conference is to introduce the concept of Community Supported Agriculture to communities and growers on the island of Ireland.
“Challenging Times: Innovations & Opportunities” - Landmark Trust Conference
Tuesday, 28th February 2012, Council Chambers of Limerick County Council.
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Galway Agenda Announced
The agenda for the inaugural workshop of this series is now available. The workshop will take place on Saturday, 3rd March 2012 at NUI, Galway.
Irish Seed Savers - Workshops & Demos
Sat & Sun, March 31st/ April 1st - Co. Clare. Workshops & Demos - Vegetable plants/ Heritage Seeds/ Fruit trees/ Garden Supplies/ Information Stalls
Introduction to Conservation Plans - 1 Day Course
29th March 2012. This course is being run by the Heritage Council as part of the Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland (IAI) Continuous Professional Development Programme 2012.
Invasive Species Ireland Forum 2012
3rd May, Glasnevin. The forum programme will include an update from Invasive Species Ireland and talks covering the freshwater, marine and terrestrial environments.
The Secrets of Stone: Ireland's Geoheritage - Seminar
24th March, Dublin. This seminar aims to increase public awareness of Ireland’s fascinating geoheritage and will examine the diversity of projects taking place in Ireland.
Bird Habitats in Ireland - Symposium
18th May, Dublin. This event will be of interest to all birdwatchers, ecologists, conservationists, environmental researchers and managers, consultants and decision-makers throughout Ireland.
Heritage in Tidy Towns - Seminar
24th March, Donegal. The event is aimed at existing ‘Tidy Towns’ committees as well as community groups, heritage groups, historical societies, communities and individuals interested in participating in the ‘Tidy Towns’...
Access to Historic Buildings & Places - Conference - National Disability Authority
30th May, Dublin. The National Disability Authority and the Department of Arts Heritage and the Gaeltacht are hosting a one day conference on access to historic buildings and places.
Schumacher Ireland Summer School
11-15 June, Co. Down. From Crisis to Resilience: Rethinking Ireland's economic future exploring the transition to a sustainable society on the island of Ireland
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Kerry Workshop
21st April, Kerry. Following on from the outstanding success of the Galway event the Heritage Council is pleased to announce the details of the next workshop in the series which will take place in Listowel, Co. Kerry.
‘Rediscovering Medieval Ireland’ - Public Lecture
A public lecture by Robin Frame to mark the launch of a major new internet resource: CIRCLE: A Calendar of Irish Chancery Letters, c.1244–1509
Sligo 400 Years of the Borough - Conference
11th - 13th May 2012, Sligo. Celebrating 400 Years of the Borough.
National Library of Ireland - Events April 2012
Events throughout the month of April at the National Library including free entry to the Yeats exhibition and ‘Particles of the Past’ exhibition - as part of Dublin City of Science 2012.
Facilitating Resilience - Workshop
A two-day learning experience in Cloughjordan hosted by Cultivate in association with The Change Exploratory and the Cloughjordan Ecovillage.
7th Aughty Earth Day Gathering - Slógadh Eachtaí 2012
The programme for the Sliabh Aughty Gathering has been announced and includes contributions from artists, musicians and historians.
28th & 29th April, Bealkelly Woods, Tuamgraney, Co Clare. 2-day courses in Traditional & Sustainable Skills.
Living Landscape: Maximising our Outdoor Resources - Conference
A number of national and international speakers will be sharing their expertise at a major conference, May 17th & 18th at the Clifden Station House, Connemara.
The Franciscans in Kilkenny - Symposium
Kilkenny Archaeological Society and Rothe House Trust are hosting an even all about the ‘Franciscians in Killkenny’, some great speakers, interesting material and a visit to see the St. Francis Abbey brewery.
Science and the Preservation of Cultural Heritage - Seminar
Euroscience Open Forum (ESOF) is Europe’s largest general science conference, which this year will be held in Dublin.
Diversifying Your Funding Landscape - 1 Day workshop
What are the different ways to fundraise? How do I get started? Who would be interested in investing in my organisation? How would I approach them? This workshop will help you find answers to these questions and help you best...
‘Through A French Window’ - The 4th International Percy French Summer School 2012
We have an exciting and diverse programme of lectures, recitals, poems, monologues, music and paintings celebrating the life and times of the multi-talented William Percy French. The School features prominent speakers covering...
Space and Settlement in the Middle Ages 2012 Conference
Programme includes speakers from TCD, QUB, National Monuments Service, Pennsylvania State University, The Discovery Programme, St. Patrick's College Drumcondra and UCC.
Clifden - Celebrating 200 Years
Throughout 2012 Clifden will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of its founding. The community of Clifden is planning several events during the year to celebrate this important milestone in our history.
Tenth Annual Historic Houses of Ireland Conference
'The Country House and its Visitors: Past, Present and Future’
Gaelchultúr’s Irish language evening classes for adults
Gaelchultúr’s Irish language evening classes for adults will be starting the week commencing 21 May 2012 in Dublin and in Carlow. The classes will take place one night a week over 6 weeks.
Rathnadrinna Dig, Co. Tipperaray - Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers needed for an 8-week archaeological research project “Cashel’s Big Dig” at Rathnadrinna Fort, Cashel, Co. Tipperary.
Mór Chuid Cloch - Stone Conservation Seminar
24th May, Co. Monaghan. This programme of talks will examine some of the issues surrounding the conservation of our stone monuments and buildings.
Simbiosys - Integrating Biodiversity Research, Policy and Practice
June 28th, Dublin. This conference will examine sectoral impacts on biodiversity and ecosystem services, including aquaculture and wind farms; bioenergy crops and road development; and policy implications.
Clachan and Rundale: Post-Medieval Farming and Settlement
June 9th, Co. Kildare. Joint conference by the Agricultural History Society of Ireland and the Department of Sociology, National University of Ireland Maynooth, celebrating 75 years.
3-7 May, Drogheda. Ship Street Revisited is performed in vacant premises and the wide expanse of a street synonymous with Drogheda’s industrial past. Using the testimony of working men and women the performance weaves...
Events at the Botantic Gardens
Events inlcude exhibitions, workshops, guided walks, demonstrations and children's activities.
Celebrate Biodiversity Week and International Biodiversity Day in Co. Waterford
In a celebration of Biodiversity Week and International Biodiversity Day, Tuesday 22nd May 2012, County Waterford is hosting a number of events around the county.
Wetlands Heritage Ireland - Inaugural Barry Raftery Memorial Conference
Speakers include Prof. John Feehan, Aidan O'Sullivan - Archaeologist, Conor McDermott - Archaeologist, Gerry Ryan - Bord na Mona, Paddy Egan (WHI) and Harry Hall (WHI).
For the third year running the Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland is holding its 'Whither Archaeology?' event next Monday 14th May at 7.30pm in the Helen Roe Theatre at 63 Merrion Square.
The National Biodiversity Data Centre is delighted to announce that President Michael D. Higgins will launch Ireland’s BioBlitz 2012 at the Phoenix Park Visitor Centre on Friday 18th May at 16.45hrs.
14th Medieval Dublin Symposium Hosted by Friends of Medieval Dublin
Friends of Medieval Dublin are delighted to announce that the Symposium will take place on Saturday 19th May 2012 in the Robert Emmet Theatre (Room 2037), Arts Building, Trinity College Dublin.
Continuity in Stone: 2nd Conference - The O'Tunneys & the O’Sheas
27-29 July, Kilkenny. This conference will build on the first conference in 2010 while emphasizing the continuity of practice in Callan by focusing also on the O’Shea sculptors.
Public Lecture Series 2012 - Reading the Landscape of Co. Meath
May & June, Co. Meath. This lecture series will focus on the way in which successive phases of Irish history can be read in the Meath landscape.
Universities Ireland – the network of university presidents and vice-chancellors on the island of Ireland – is sponsoring (together with The Irish Times) a major one-day conference in commemoration of a series of centenaries of...
The School of Irish Archaeology is running a Summer Camp this July for 8-12 year-olds.
Events at the National Library of Ireland - June 2012
Lots of free tours, events and exhibitions thoughout the month of June.
Community Archaeology - IAI CPD
15th June, Co. Meath. Istitute of Archaeologists of Ireland - Continious Professional Development Seminar - Booking Open.
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Mayo Workshop
The programme of speakers has been specially selected to showcase the diversity and vibrancy of Mayo's unique heritage sector. The event will be of interest to heritage practitioners, business people, innovators and...
This year to celebrate this historic date Glasnevin Museum will run a series of events Including a Joycean breakfast in the Tower cafe, a reading of Chapter six Hades by the Dublin Shakespeare Society and a Joycean tour of the...
Family Fiver Friday at Glasnevin Museum!
Every Friday - 2 Adults and 2 Children can visit Glasnevin Museum for €5 Museum and Tour included! That’s a sunny Discount of €20!
The Irish American Link - Conference
The conference will explore historic connections between the West of Ireland and North America. It will focus on historical figures, emigration, genealogy, history and culture.
CELT Agroforestry Introductory Courses – Summer 2012
Agroforestry or Forest-gardening is about increasing overall yield from an area of land by planting various different trees in a permaculture-related design so that trees and agriculture mutually benefit each other.
Archaeological Dig at Heritage Council HQ - Open to Public until Friday!
Do you want to see a live archaeological dig, see medieval artefacts uncovered at your feet and have an opportunity to question the archaeologists?
The Swift Satire Festival brings together distinguished guests from the arts, politics, media and comedy to celebrate satire!
Dingle Historical Society - July Lectures
Three really interesting lectures next month on Dingle Port, the founding of the GAA and the photo albums of Charles R. Browne.
Volunteers needed for Bat Survey!
Are you interested in surveying your local waterway for Daubenton’s bat on 2 nights during the month of August? If so, join us for free training events during the month of July.
Uisce agus Beatha – Water & Life: Galway Maritime Exhibition
September, Co. Galway - The Galway City Heritage Office has organised an exhibition of old photographs associated with maritime and water heritage at Galway City Museum/Musaem Cathrach.
Tours of Archaeological Dig at Heritage Council HQ to Continue!
Due to the popular demand for tours of the archaeological dig at the Robing Room here at Heritage Council HQ, we're doing more tours this Thursday & Friday! We had almost double the number of bookings expected last week...
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Workshop Waterford
The 'Heritage as an Engine' workshop series is generating an increased awareness of the opportunities for enterprise and business development based on Ireland's unique local heritage.
From Apathy to Empathy – Reconnecting People and Place
A Heritage Council supported 4-Day symposium with leading international and national experts in place-based education.
Family Day - Sat 21st July at Glasnevin Museum now only €10 per family!!!
Glasnevin Museum has reduced the price for its fantasic Family Day coming up this Saturday to €10 per family!!!!
The Blackfriary, Trim - Open Day - 22nd July
The day will be devoted to tours of the archaeological excavations, information on the findings of the current and previous seasons, and a chance to see the artefacts recovered.
Hack the City at the Science Gallery!
Sensing the City is a series of citizenship science experiments for 12-15 year olds, with a focus on biodiversity.
Events & Workshops in the National Botanic Gardens this August
If you haven't paid a visit to one of Ireland's finest national treasures, why not treat yourself this summer to a guided tour of the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin.
Ship Street Revisited - A spectacle of oral history & modern storytelling
Travel back to the Drogheda of the 1940s. On the banks of the Boyne sits a street that has a story to tell; a story of local people, working people, and the town they remember.
Seed Savers Open Day August 12th!
We are delighted to announce that Joy Larkcom (Author of ’Life as a Garden Writer’) and Klaus Laitenberger (author of ’Vegetables for an Irish garden’) along with Trevor Sargent (author of Trevor’s Kitchen Garden will be...
Into the Earth: The Archaeology of Darkness - Conference
27 October, Co. Sligo - This archaeological and multidisciplinary conference, hosted by I.T. Sligo, will be the first to examine this subject in a dedicated fashion and promises to be a thought-provoking and exciting event.
Gardening Seminar in Claregalway Castle
6 October, Co. Galway - Topics include winter gardening in Ireland, orchards & fruit trees, botany & Marsh’s Library, Dublin and trees for gardens.
September at National Botanic Gardens
September, Glasnevin, Co. Dublin - Events include Sculpture in Context, garden tours, gardening lectures, historical talks and children's art workshops!
Irish Wildlife Rehabilitation Conference
29-30 September, Co. Meath - This is an opportunity for anyone with an interest in wildlife welfare and/or conservation to learn more about treating wildlife casualties; wildlife natural history & conservation; post release...
Pomp & Circumstance - Tales from the Tombs of St. Mary's Collegiate Church
29-30 September, Co. Cork - This year's conference centres around St. Mary's Collegiate Church, Ireland's second oldest still-used church with an unbroken line of use since 1220.
Voicing the Past: Oral History Network of Ireland - 2nd Annual Conference
28-29 September, Co. Clare - Keynote speaker Alessandro Portelli, internationally renowned oral historian, and special guest speaker Anna Bryson, Co-director of The Peace Process: Layers of Meaning project, will both be present...
21-23 September, Co. Galway - 3-day comprehensive stone-wall workshop with talks and workshops by experts in the field.
Making Christian Landscapes Conference
21-23 September, Co. Cork - Landscapes across Europe were transformed as a result of the conversion to Christianity and the development of ecclesiastical structures during the early medieval period. This conference will seek to...
Fungi Workshop with Jonathan Spazzi
15 September, Co. Carlow - This one-day course will give a general overview of fungi, the classification and characteristics of the different types found in our woods. There will be a slideshow, field trip, identification of...
Helping the Hills - Mountaineering Ireland Conference
13-14 September, Co. Wicklow - Helping the Hills is a two-day conference on the management of upland path erosion, hosted by Mountaineering Ireland.
Brickwork Pointing - Best Practice Seminar
13 September, Dublin - Speakers will include Grainne Shaffrey, Dr. Gerard Lynch, Susan Rowntree, Charles Duggan, and Contractors and Architects who have successfully carried out re-pointing of some of our brick building stock.
Jewish Community, Identity & Memory: Perspectives from Belfast
11 September, Belfast - A one-day symposium at Queen's University on Jewish identity, culture and memory.
Recent Archaeological Fieldwork in Glendalough - A Public Lecture
5 September, Co. Wicklow - Dr. Graeme Warren of UCD School of Archaeology will give a lecture on recent finds at Glendalough.
21-23 September, Co. Sligo - The programme includes talks on lesser horseshoe bats in Ireland, updates on Irish bat species trends, impacts of motorways, windfarm studies and streetlighting. This year's conference will be of...
2nd All Ireland Mammal Symposium
26-27 October, Dublin - AIMS2012 follows on from the highly successful AIMS2009, the two-day meeting hopes to encourage growth in positive public attitudes to our mammalian wildlife heritage.
Live Re-enactment of Padraig Pearse’s Oration at the grave of Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa
Daily until 30 September, Dublin - For a limited time, there are live re-enactments of the famous oration delivered by Padraig Pearse at Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa’s grave, everyday at 2.30pm.
Culture Night at Glasnevin Museum
21 September, Dublin - Glasnevin Museum will be open free of charge from 5pm to 9pm on Culture Night. Tours of the O'Connell crypt at 5.30pm and 6pm. The architect who designed the museum, Hugh Maguire will give a talk entitled...
Traditional Building & Conservation Skills in Action Exhibition
13th & 14th Oct, Kilkenny. The Irish Georgian Society & Kilkenny County & City Councils in association with the Office of Public Works presents an exhibition for owners of period buildings & those interested in architectural...
Measuring the Sustainability of Communities - Seminar
17th Sept 2012, DIT, Dublin. As part of World Green Building Week, BREEAM Communities Manager, Helen Pineo will look at how BREEAM Communities fits within the existing masterplanning process.
Arrow-Making Course - National Heritage Park
Over the course of two days you will make your own arrow shafts, heads and fletchings, all made from techniques spanning from the stone-age and up, including the use of primitive glues.
World Town Planning Day 2012 - OnlineConference
6/7th Nov, Online. This year the WTP Day online conference is being planned on the theme ‘Smart Communities Connect'. The conference is organised via the internet and no travel is required to attend.
Archery at the National Heritage Park, Wexford!
Archery at The Irish National Heritage Park, every Saturday during the month of September!
The Value of Wetlands: Heritage & Resource Conference
27th Sept, Waterford. The aim of this conference is to raise awareness of the value & uses of wetlands & to share the experiences gained from applying the ICW concept & the creation of compensatory wetland habitat.
Conference: Data Analysis/ Information Discovery/ Mapping Technologies
Compass Informatics clients and staff will present on a number of themes including: Enterprise Solutions, Planning & Data Analysis; Surveying & Field Mapping Options; and selected R&D updates.
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth - Cavan Workshop
21 September, Co. Cavan. This workshop series is generating an increased awareness of the opportunities for enterprise and business development based on Ireland's unique local heritage.
Archaeology Month at Dublinia - October 2012!
Come along to our specialist lecture series, examine real artefacts, join special tours with real Archaeologists, and for the younger ones, take part in Dig Workshop, treasure hunts, and the Big Outdoor Dig! All this and much...
The Heritage Council at the National Ploughing Championships!
We're back for the first time since 2008 so please come and visit us at Stand #326, Row K, Block 2... opposite the National Ploughing Association Headquarters.
29th/ 30th Sept, Co. Clare. Choose from 17 traditional and ecological skills introductory courses with camping, catering and entertainment.
Clifden, Co. Galway, 12th-14th Oct. The Italian inventor and entrepreneur who built his transatlantic wireless telegraphy station in Derrigimlagh will be celebrated over the course of this weekend.
After Dark at the National Heritage Park!
Come face to face with the ghosts and ghouls of Ireland’s past … and present
at the Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrycarrig.
Hugh M Fitzpatrick Lectures in Legal Bibliography
14th Nov, Dublin. Charles Lysaght, author, obituarist, barrister, will deliver the 27th Hugh M. Fitzpatrick Lecture in Legal Bibliography, ‘The Old Munster Circuit’ and other tales of the Irish Bar.
Recent Archaeological Research in the Boyne Valley
Dec 15th, Co. Meath. A Free one-day symposium presenting research from the wider Boyne area.
Dublin Civic Trust CPD Courses
24 October, Dublin - CPD Courses on Timber Decay and Damp in Historic Structures with Dr. Brian Ridout & Structural Repairs to Derelict and Ruined Structures with Ian Hume.
Ireland’s Ancient Red Deer Populations - Talk
20th Oct, Dublin. Dr Ruth Carden will give a presentation on Ireland's ancient red deer; this is the first public presentation of Ruth's extensive research (supported by the Wild Deer Association of Ireland) on Kerry's Red Deer...
Tales of Medieval Dublin 2012: Lectures
20th Nov & 11th Dec, Dublin. The annual lunchtime lecture series will explore the lives of seven different and fascinating inhabitants of Medieval Dublin.
Irish Food Patterns in the 16th & early 17th Centuries: Lecture
10th Oct, Cork. A lecture by Regina Sexton MA, Food Historian, UCC. Imagine a world of food as it was in medieval times: No restaurants, no take-aways, no street vendors or pre-prepared meals. So how did we manage?
26th-28th October 2012, Co. Clare. The Burren Winterage Weekend is a community-led event celebrating the unique farming tradition of the Burren, supported by the Heritage Council.
Archive Footage 1930-1975: St. Joseph's School for Deaf Boys
17th Nov, Dublin. Supported by the Heritage Council, this event will bring digitised footage spanning nearly half a century to a new audience.
Castles, Forts & Holy Wells: The Archaeology of Dublin 15
12th-24th Oct, Dublin. Written by Christine Baker as part of 'Communicating Fingal's Archaeological Resources' Project. Supported by the Heritage Council through the Field Monument Advisor Scheme.
Heritage Time: Making the Most of our Historic Assets - Conference
30th October 2012, Belfast. The conference seeks to highlight the opportunities presented to public bodies, community groups and private individuals by vulnerable buildings at Risk.
Plant a Tree for National Tree Day!
National Tree Day takes place on Thursday 11th October 2012. Crann would encourage everyone to plant a tree this week to celebrate!
Digging the Monto: An Archaeology of Tenement Life & the 1913 Lockout
25 Oct–10 Nov 2012, Dublin. An exhibition and residency by Dr Thomas Kador with support from the Heritage Council featuring collections from Terry Fagan and Martin Coffey.
Celebrating Laois Heritage Conference
10th Nov, Co. Laois. Speakers will include Jacqui Donnelly (Dept of Arts, Heritage & the Gaeltacht) on Energy Efficiency in Historic buildings, Richard McLoughlin of Lotts Architecture on How to Write a Conservation Report and...
Heritage as an Engine of Economic Growth: Workshop Tullamore
9th November, Co. Offaly. The 'Heritage as an Engine' workshop series is generating an increased awareness of the opportunities for enterprise and business development based on Ireland's unique local heritage.
Ireland in a Roman World: LIARI Conference
20th-21st Oct, Dublin. The Discovery Programme is proud to announce the 1st international interdisciplinary conference that will consider how communities in Ireland engaged with the Roman world.
Wexford Naturalists' Field Club Lectures
1st Nov & 6th Dec, Wexford. Wexford Naturalists' Field Club presents two lectures entitled 'Stars - the Engines of Life & 'A Tale of Two Fisheries'.
Disaster & Recovery: Institute of Archaeologists in Ireland Conference
2nd, 3rd November, Belfast. Disaster & Recovery is the theme of this Autumn's IAI Conference.
An Evening of Remembrance in Music, Song & Story at Triskel Arts Centre, Cork
9th Nov, Cork. The Cork Branch of the WFA in partnership with Triskel Arts Centre will present an evening of remembrance in music, song and story to remember the 4,000 servicemen with Cork connections who died fighting in the...
Stopping the Rot: A Seminar on Buildings at Risk
8th Nov, Sligo. The aims of the seminar are to: highlight the issues around heritage buildings at risk; analyse the current provisions available to address heritage buildings at risk in terms of finance, policy, advice,...
Events - November at the National Library of Ireland
A great selection of events to choose from, including Kitchen Science for Kids, the Family History Roadshow & FREE multi-media exhibitions - Particles of the Past & William Butler Yeats.
Increasing the Value of Northern Ireland’s Archaeology to the Public: What can NIAF members do?
28 Nov, Co. Down. A NIAF conference provided by NIEA, Institute for Archaeologists, The National Trust & Down County Museum. This free day conference will focus on the value of archaeology in Northern Ireland to the public.
Below the Surface: Maritime Talks Series
1st Wednesday of every month, Nov 2012 - April 2013, Dublin. Enthralling stories of Ireland’s exciting, seafaring past - from 11th century Vikings & the Dublin slave trade to 17th century pirates, 18th century emigration, & 19th...
Strokestown House & Castletown House: Winter Lecture Series
Oct 2012 - April 2013. The Centre for the Study of Historic Irish Houses & Estates, in association with the OPW, presents a series of public lectures at Castletown House, Co. Kildare & Strokestown House, Co. Roscommon.
12th Ernest Shackleton Autumn School
26-29th Oct. Co. Kildare. The event will be launched by president Michael Higgins on the 26th October and features exhibitions, lectures, film screenings & field trips throughout the weekend.
2nd-4th Nov, Dublin. Speakers from all over Europe will present their views and ideas about the future of museums, about deaccessioning strategies and about museums' work with the older people.
Eco-Unesco Events Oct-Dec 2012
Ireland’s environmental education & youth organisation have a wide range of events for all ages taking place over the next few months.
The Traditional Lime Company will host CPD seminars in Co. Carlow on 'Stone: Soiling, Conservation & Cleaning' - 19th Nov & 'Lime: Failure, Treatment & Repair' - 10th Dec 2012.
Landscapes of Resilience & Transformation: Irish Landscape Institute Conference
Nov 27th, Dublin. The conference will be launched by Lord Mayor of Dublin, Naoise Ó Muirí, & the keynote address will be given by Dr. Kongjian Yu, Doctor of Design at Harvard GSDM & Professor and Dean, College of Architecture &...
24th Nov, Dublin. Organised by Dalkey Civic Trust and including presentations from a panel of leading experts, the forum will provide an overview of the unique archaeology, history and architectural features of this special and...
The Science Behind the Scenes at the Museum
Sat 17th & Sun 18th November - a weekend of events, talks and films celebrating how conservation works in the National Museum of Ireland.
From Spoon to Screen: The whys & hows of food blogging
20th Nov, Dublin. This lecture is part of a lecture series ‘The Kitchen Archive’ that focuses on how recipes and culinary skills have been communicated through the centuries in Ireland.
Picking Up the Pieces: Conference on Conservation & Planning
15th Nov, Dublin. This Irish Georgian Society conference will explore how current planning legislation & the current economic climate are affecting the sector, & aims to pinpoint not just problems but possibilities.
Sumptuous & Richly Adorned: A lecture on recent conservation projects at St Patrick’s Cathedral
John Beauchamp was appointed cathedral architect in 2002 and has been responsible for many conservation, repair and new works over the last ten years. The talk will explore the range of seen and unseen work undertaken,
Recent Archaeological Research in the Boyne Valley: Conference
15th Dec, Co. Meath. A one-day symposium presenting new research from the wider Boyne region.
Solstice: A Ritual & Cyclical Marker - Lecture
20th Dec, Co. Meath. The Inaugural 'Solstice at Slane' Lecture will be delivered by Dr Frank Prendergast, Ireland's leading authority on archaeoastronomy.
Innovation & the Humanities: Lecture
14th Dec, Dublin. This event is presented by the UCD School of History and Archives, the UCD Mícheál Ó Cléirigh Institute and Innovation, UCD.
Santa at the National Heritage Park
‘Santa at the Park’ Returns … From the 1st until the 16th of December visitors to the Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrycarrig, Wexford can visit Santa and his elves for a magical Christmas experience for our annual ‘Santa at...
8th World Alliance of Cities Against Poverty (WACAP) Forum
Feb 20th/ 21st 2013, Dublin. WACAP is a worldwide network of some 900 cities established by the United Nations Development Programme to work together to address urban challenges & crises in a collective and collaborative manner.
Ambiguous Republic: Ireland in the 1970s - Diarmiad Ferriter Lecture
In this discourse Diarmaid Ferriter will examine the key years of the 70s, when after half a century of independence, questions were being asked about the old ways of doing things.
Research Conference 2013: ‘Visual & Material Culture’
The National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts & History will hold a special day of talks to showcase new research on the theme of ‘Visual & Material Culture’ at Collins Barracks on Saturday 16th February 2013.
Events at the National Library: December 2012
Events include free guided-tours, temporary exhibitions and free lectures - inclulding celebrity Chef, Nevin Maguire, Dec 19th at 7pm.
Book Launch - For Their Country: The Great War Dead of Christchurch Parish Cork
Sat, 8th December, Cork. There will also be a display of artefacts from the Great War by members of the Cork Branch, Western Front Association.
Irish Landscape Institute - Talk: The National Landscape Strategy
13th Dec, Dublin. Alison Harvey, Planning Officer at the Heritage Council, will give a presentation on the National Landscape Strategy.
Conserving Your Dublin Period House: Spring 2013
The Irish Georgian Society & Dublin City Council presents a 12-week lunchtime lecture series. Lectures take place from 1pm to 2pm on Tuesdays in February, March & April 2013 at 63 Merrion Square.
Conference: Flood Protection & Heritage Conservation on Rivers & Streams
22-23 March 2013. Dresden, Germany. This international colloquium will address basic parameters and experiences from different geographic, political, economic and cultural contexts.
Events at the National Library - January 2013
Exhibitions, free giuded tours, talks and lectures - there's lots going on at the National Library this January!
Talk - Grace O'Malley - Ireland's Maritime Icon
9th Jan 2013, Dublin. The next presentation in the Maritime Lecture Series that is taking place aboard the Jeanie Johnston, Tall Ship and Famine Museum, berthed on Dublin's Custom House Quay.
Bush Craft & Bow-Making Courses 2013
Bush craft & bow-making skills courses at The Irish National Heritage Park, Ferrycarrig, Wexford. Adults and children's courses available.
Floor to Ceiling Talk - National Museum
19th Jan, Dublin. From Sienese wood carving designs to Oppenheimer mosaic floors, join the Museum Educator for a closer look at the beautiful features that make the Museum building unique.
22 Jan - 26 Feb, Dublin. The Irish Architectural Archive is currently holding an exhibition entitled Restless Pencil, to mark the centenary of the birth of the architect Noel Moffett. This Lecture Series will run in conjunction...
Emerging Research Conference - Architecture
The second annual conference of the All Ireland Architectural Research Group (AIARG) will take place in Limerick on 25th and 26th January.
THE PROJECT: Berlin Palace – Humboldtforum Foundation Exhibition
The Berlin Palace–Humboldtforum Foundation’s exhibition THE PROJECT will be hosted in Dublin betweeen Jan 18th & Feb 15th.
Vernacular Wrought Iron Gates of Co. Kilkenny - A Public Talk
16th Jan, Kilkenny. An Taisce - Kilkenny Association bring you an illustrated talk by Shem Caulfield, artist and sculptor, Thomastown, Co. Kilkenny.
Limerick’s Past, Present & Future: Lecture Series
Limerick County Council has announced details of its sixth season of biennial lectures on the Built Heritage of Limerick including Medieval Limerick City, the architectural history of the University of Limerick, the Archaeology...
Inland Fisheries Ireland - Series of Talks
Tuesdays from 4th Feb, Limerick. The talks will focus on the extraordinarily rich natural heritage of Ireland and in particular the Lower Shannon Special Area of Conservation.
Events January 2013 - National Museum of Ireland
Lots on at the National Museum - tours, talks, workshops and exhibitions throughout the month of January.
Dublin's Victorian & Edwardian Parks: Seminar
12th Feb, Dublin. The Irish Georgian Society and the Irish Landscape Institute have arranged an all-day seminar on Victorian and Edwardian parks aimed at the landscape professional, the passionate gardener and the local historian...
Spring at the National Library of Ireland
It’s going to be an exciting year at the National Library of Ireland as they launch their new events programme for Spring.
Managing Threats to Trees & Forests in Ireland - Seminar
5th Feb Dublin. The aim of this seminar is to bring together the various tree-related interests to review and increase understanding of the threats to our trees and forests and to provide a forum to discuss practical and...
National Museum of Ireland: Events February 2013
There's lots going on at the National Museum this February including tours, workshops, exhibitions and talks!
Seachtain na Gaeilge at Glasnevin Museum
9th/ 10th/ 16th/ 17th March, Dublin. Glasnevin Trust in celebration of Irish language week will offer tours of the cemetery in Irish. Tour will be led by Glasnevin Trust Tour Guide Paddy Gleeson.
National Library of Ireland: Events February 2013
Tours, talks, lectures and exhibitions, many of which are free and for all the family!
Castletown House Winter Lecture Series 2013
In the next lecture in this series, on the 6th Feb, Christopher Ridgway will show how historic houses in England and Ireland try to meet the challenges of the contemporary age. Following lecture on the 6th March.
Wilderness in a Modified European Landscape: Conference
14th-16th May, Co. Mayo. This conference will bring together experts, representing national and international organisations, to share information and exchange ideas on current and possible future approaches to rewilding modified...
Medieval Castles of Offaly: Study Week
For the first time, a 'Medieval Castle Study Week' will be held in Co. Offaly during the week of Monday 13th to Friday 17th May 2013.
All Ireland Bird Conference & National Dawn Chorus Day
17th-19th May: The annual All Ireland Conference on Bird Conservation will take place 17-19 May. National Dawn Chorus Day will be held on Sunday 19th May.
An International Forum to Address National & International Policy on Invasive Species
8th-11th April, Galway. The primary objective of the conference is to provide a forum where international scientists, policy makers and stakeholders will address designated themes with a view to informing management and policy...
Celebrate Tree Week in Powerscourt Gardens
6th March, Co. Wicklow. Join tree experts from Crann, Ireland's leading tree organisation, for an expert guided walk on the trees in Powerscourt Gardens.
Cooperating Across Boundaries: Resilience, Imagination, Vision & Information - Conference
7th Feb, Co. Down. This conference will consider what type of cooperative models we should be pursuing in the context of ongoing local government reform across the island of Ireland, continued austerity, the increasing...
'Nature Creates Prosperity' Photography Exhibition
The exhibition runs from January 21st - 8th February 2013 at the European Commission offices, Dawson St., Dublin 2. It aims to highlight wildlife policy demands during the Irish EU Presidency.
The Genealogy Road Show Comes to Powerscourt Estate
March 2nd, Wickow. Do you think you might be related to someone famous or infamous? Could you be connected to a big event in local history? The Genealogy Roadshow is back for a second series for RTÉ Television!
24th May 2013. My Park. My Passion. My Story: This is the 2013 motto for the European Day of Parks! This year we invite everybody who loves to be out in nature to share their story.
Guinness-On-Liffey: Multiple Scenarios for Guinness Factory Regeneration' - Talk & Exhibition
March 4th-28th, Dublin. UCD School of Architecture will be opening this new exhibition on Monday 4th March at 6pm.
‘The Norman Adventure in Leinster’ - Conference
Dublin, March 9th. Specialists in Norman History will speak about a variety of Norman influences in Leinster.
March 15th - 17th, Tipperary. With lots of events and activities to participate in, including the St. Patrick’s Day parade we warmly welcome the generations of Tipperary Diaspora back to Co. Tipperary.
Eurogi International Conference
March 7th & 8th - Dublin - Eurogi the European Organisation for Geographic Information, is holding a major international conference in the Convention Centre Dublin.
Hug a Tree for National Tree Week: 3rd-10th March!
National Tree Week is an annual, week-long festival celebrating all positive aspects of trees in our lives and environment. The primary aim of National Tree Week is to encourage people to plant more trees.
ECO UNESCO- UN Decade of Education for Sustainable Development- Exploratory Event
5th March, Dublin: An Evening of Exploration, Celebration and Discussion on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
Seminar: Emerging Ideas - Post-Medieval Ireland
19th April, Cork. This day-long seminar is an opportunity for heritage practitioners & a general audience to update their knowledge on current thinking & ideas surrounding the post-medieval period in Ireland.
St. Patrick’s Festival Tour at the National Print Museum
March 15th - Dublin. A journey of discovery through the history of printing.
Beggars Bush in 1916 Walking Tour
March 24th, Dublin. Guided walking tour of Beggars Bush Barracks and its surrounds, set in the context of the area’s fascinating involvement in the week long rebellion.
‘Too many histories’? surveys of the past generation
May 16th Dublin - Ireland’s only illustrated history magazine celebrates its 20th birthday with a special History Ireland Hedge School.