The Heritage Council - Events http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/ The Heritage Council - Eventsen The Heritage Council - Events http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/fileadmin/templates/template01/images/heritagecouncil_rss_01.gif http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/ 14438The Heritage Council - EventsTYPO3 - get.content.righthttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Genealogy Summer School http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/education/events/view-event-rss/article/genealogy-summer-school/?cHash=35cf2a983ea80177ba3e6d246b2362fb 30th June-6th July, Cork- A complete course in the latest Irish genealogy research and will be held...

This genealogy summer school offers a complete course in the latest Irish genealogy research, as one would expect from a summer school held in UCC, one of the world’s leading universities.

All aspects of the subject are covered by a series of presentations and ‘hands on’ workshops given by a selection of Ireland’s leading genealogical lecturers and experts. The panel includes Ken Nicholls, Dr Paul MacCotter, Brian Donovan & Fiona Fitzsimons (Eneclann), Eileen & Sean O’Dúill, Dr David Butler, Dr Ciara Breathnach, Nicola Morris, Dr Matthew Potter, Dave Enright, Lorna Moloney

Genealogy sources, and approaches are described and explained in presentations which will be of great interest to the seeker of Irish roots and family history. It is suitable for genealogy enthusiasts and those wishing to undertake continued professional development in genealogy.

Thankfully, it is not all work. A number of trips are offered featuring sites and locations including Fota House, the Queenstown Experience in Cobh, and Spectacular Killarney with its beautiful mountains and lakes. Not forgetting, optional evening tours to sites of interest in Cork itself, ‘the Venice of Ireland’, Blarney Castle and the beautiful harbour town of Kinsale.

The Summer School Ancestral Connections will be completed by a one-day conference offered by the Cork Archaeological & Historical Society; founded in 1891, the society is one of the oldest local interest societies in Ireland.

Full Programme available to view at Ancestral Connections: Names, Places & Spaces 30 June - 6 July at UCC Cork.

Summer School Rates

Rates – Residential/Non-Residential/Concession

Full residential: Accommodation, Full board at Victoria Lodge, tuition, fieldtrips, excursions and conference: €775.00

Non residential: €575.00 (A list of recommended providers can be provided on request)

Concession - Residential - (Historical & cultural groups, students, Over 55's) non residential €658.75

Concession - Non Residential (Historical & cultural groups, students, Over 55's, retired) non residential €488.75

Day rates - €95.00

Day rates concession rate - € 80.75 (Historical & cultural groups, students, Over 55's)

Concessions*- Historical & cultural groups, students, Over 55s.

Booking & contact UCC: SUMMER SCHOOL CO-ORDINATOR : LORNA MOLONEY 085-8721184

Ancestral Connections Summer School Co-ordinator: Lorna Moloney at E: l.moloney@ucc.ie or 353-(0)85-8721184 or

Lindy Meldon, Executive Assistant. Programme Assistant T: 353 (0)21 4904700. E: l.meldon@ucc.ie 

]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 15:05:00 +0100 Galway Garden Festival http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/wildlife/events/view-event/article/galway-garden-festival/?cHash=99873d967e935e5b6e802982f09af948 6th & 7th July- Galway Garden Festival will be held in Claregalway Castle.Date: 6th & 7th July
Location: Claregalway, Co Galway

Galway Garden Festival will be held in Claregalway Castle. Nursery suppliers from across Ireland will share a wealth of planting experience with all who browse the plant stalls’ extensive range of plants, trees, seeds, and shrubs. Garden equipment, from hoes to glasshouses to woven willow baskets. Celebrated gardeners will provide advice and the work of organisations such as Bóthar, The Beekeepers Federation, and The Organic Centre, Co Leitrim, can be appreciated at the stands in the castle grounds.

All Details are on http://www.galwaygardenfestival.com/

]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:49:00 +0100 Robert Boyle Summer School http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/education/events/view-event-rss/article/robert-boyle-summer-school/?cHash=a50d505b8f3e379c841ac9c9eac84705 6th & 7th July, Waterford- Celebrating the life of Robert Boyle, one of Ireland's most prominent...Date: 6th & 7th July
Location: Lismore, Co Waterford 

Robert Boyle (1627 – 1691) was born in Lismore Castle and was perhaps the most influential scientist of his day and the most respected of the founding members of the Royal Society of London.

The Robert Boyle Summer School will run this summer from the 4th -7th  July 2013 at his birthplace, Lismore Heritage Town, Co Waterford. Boyle believed that the "new experimental philosophy" (science) could and should be of great benefit to mankind. He published, 350 years ago this year, "On the Usefulness of Natural Experimental Philosophy" and reflecting on this we will consider the contribution of science to mankind then and now and have Professor Liam Dolan of Oxford University talking about developments in understanding of plants and Professor Rose Ann Kenny TCD talking about human ageing.

The event will feature  world-leading scientists and historians gathering together to discuss a wide range of topics relating to Boyle, his works and times and his legacy including Dr Anna-Marie Roos of the University of Lincon,  Professor Bill Eaton of Georgia Southern University and Peter Elmer of the University of Exeter.

For all the details See www.robertboyle.ie 

]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:17:00 +0100 Lunchtime Lectures in association with Friends of Medieval Dublin and Dublin City Council http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/events/view-event-rss/article/lunchtime-lectures-in-association-with-friends-of-medieval-dublin-and-dublin-city-council/?cHash=9f6d6e9629ad8dfa0b651829024097f5 Lunchtime lecture series exploring seven events that impacted significantly on Medieval Dublin.

Milestones of Medieval Dublin 

A Series of Monthly Lunchtime Lectures at the Wood Quay Venue by the Friends of Medieval Dublin and Dublin City Council

c.790–800: The First Dublin Vikings? ~ Speaker: Linzi Simpson   

Date: 11th June, 1.05–2.00pm

c.995: Dublin's first coinage ~ Speaker: Andy Woods 

Date: 16th July, 1.05–1.45pm

1204–29: The Construction of Dublin Castle ~ Speaker: Con Manning 

Date: 13th August, 1.05–1.45pm

1315: The Bruce Invasion ~ Speaker: J.R.S. Philips 

Date: 10th September, 1.05–1.45pm 

1349: The Black Death ~ Speaker: Gillian Kenny 

Date: 8th October, 1.05–1.45pm 

1487: The Coronation of Lambert Simnel ~ Speaker: Sparky Booker 

Date:12th November, 1.05–1.45pm 

1534: Silken Thomas and the Siege of Dublin ~ Speaker: Steven Ellis 

Date:10th December, 1.05–1.45pm

 ADMISSION FREE: ALL WELCOME

For further information contact the Friend of Medieval Dublin 

Email: secretary.fmd@gmail.com  or check http://friendsofmedievaldublin.wordpress.com/  for details 

Lunchtime Lecture Series at Wood Quay Venue, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8

]]> Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:00:00 +0100 Third Annual Famine Conference http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/events/view-event-rss/article/third-annual-famine-conference/?cHash=46866746b00b39f529882dbcc7b05aab 19 & 20th July, Strokestown Park, Co Roscommon- The theme of the conference is 'The Famine Irish:...Date: 19th & 20th July
Location: Strokestown Park, Co Roscommon
Cost: €25 including lunch

The Centre for the Study of Historic Irish Houses & Estates will be holding the Third Annual International Famine Conference will be held at Strokestown Park House on the 19-20 July 2013.  The theme of the conference is 'The Famine Irish: emigration and new lives' and is sure to be a stimulating and informative two days.  

Download the Booking Form 
All enquiries should be sent to info@strokestownpark.ie 
or telephone 0719633013.

]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 16:46:00 +0100 Conference "Power, Prayer & Public Archaeology" http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/events/view-event-rss/article/conference-power-prayer-public-archaeology/?cHash=9ce1561b9f6b7423e6537342e7e762f4 2nd & 3rd July, Trim, Co Meath- A conference in celebration of 750 years since the foundation of...Location: Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim, Co MeathDate: 2 & 3rd JulyCost: €45A conference in celebration of 750 years since the foundation of the Black Friary.The conference aims to explore the archaeology and material culture of Religious Houses in late medieval Europe, through innovative approaches to new stories.Through interdisciplinary approaches, we want to address how the introduction of continental monastic orders impacted locally on social order, material culture, economy, burial practice, and the role of men, women and children.Themes will include European-wide research, Ireland-focused studies, architectural style and technologies and a focus on the Black Friary Dominican site in Trim Co. Meath as a case study. The latter will include papers on community and public archaeology, an integral part of the Black Friary Archaeology Project.

The need for this conference arises, for us, from the work being carried out at the Black Friary Community Archaeology Project. This project is centered on the late medieval site of the Dominican Black Friary in Trim. The Friary, established in 1263, was the third friary established in Trim but was situated outside the town wall, on the north-east side of the town. The friary was in use for over 400 years, but following the Dissolution, it fell into disrepair, disuse, and was eventually sold off for stone.  There is some documentary evidence that tells us when it was established, and by whom (Geoffrey de Geneville), and that it was in important site, hosting a number of significant historical events but beyond that we know very little about the site, the friars that lived there, and what role the friary played in on the town.

Geoffrey De Geneville, Seigneur of Vaucouleurs, married Maud or Matilda de Lacy in 1252.   Matilda had inherited, from her grandfather Hugh de Lacy, vast estates and lordships in Ireland, Herefordshire, and the Welsh Marches. Henry III granted Geoffrey and Maud, and their heirs rights in the land of Meath held by her grandfather, by charter dated 8th August 1252.

The conference will be held in the medieval town of Trim, Co. Meath, home to the largest Anglo-Norman castle in Ireland, and situated on the banks of the River Boyne.

http://powerprayerpublicarchaeology.wordpress.com/

 

]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 16:17:00 +0100 OPW Tara Lecture Series http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/events/view-event-rss/article/opw-tara-lecture-series/?cHash=a60b058ae8f6ebce786d881b4573f47f July- Various lecture series are running throughout the month of July at the Hill of Tara Visitor...

Wednesday July 3rd
To 3:D or not to 3:D? that is the question
A look at the results of 3D laser scanning of archaeological monuments in County Offaly

Caimin O'Brien, Archaeological Survey of Ireland

Wednesday July 10th
Rock art writ large?

Archaeological investigations at the Hill of Ward, Athboy, County Meath

Dr Stephen Davis, UCD School of Archaeology

Wednesday July 17th
3:D - ICONS Digitally recording the monuments of Ireland

Anthony Corns, The Discovery Programme

Wednesday July 24th
Ogham in 3:D, Digitising Ireland's ogham stones

Dr Nora White, School of Celtic Studies, Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies

]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 12:35:00 +0100 The Burren Rocks Festival http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/archaeology/events/view-event-rss/article/the-burren-rocks-festival/?cHash=d38c7f98e87e8c081efbb23055d9c9ec 15th-23rd June, Co Clare- The Burren Rocks! takes place in June as part of European Geoparks...Cliffs of Moher Cruise, guided walks with local experts, an ‘Antique Rockshow’, informative talks and a few special events.

www.burrengeopark.ie/events/the-burren-rocks/ 

]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 12:27:00 +0100 Lecture: Abandoned Mansions of Ireland http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/architecture/events/view-event-rss/article/lecture-abandoned-mansions-of-ireland/?cHash=b53c6725a06265625eec6a72663dfa7a 29th June, Fota House, Cork- Lecture by Tarquin Blake's author of recent bestselling and critically...

Lecture by Tarquin Blake at Fota House

Date: Wednesday 29th June @ 11am

Lecture by Tarquin Blake's author of recent bestselling and critically acclaimed books Abandoned Mansions of Ireland Volume 1 and 2 published by The Collins Press.

 
See links below:

http://abandonedireland.com/news.html    

http://www.fotahouse.com/What-s-On/Events/Exhibitions/Abandoned-Mansions-of-Ireland.aspx 

]]> Thu, 30 May 2013 12:02:00 +0100 Seminar: Get Ireland Walking http://www.heritagecouncil.ie/education/events/view-event-rss/article/seminar-get-ireland-walking/?cHash=186ee9033d93656c25de071b394770a8 28th May, Dublin- Get Ireland Walking is the new national walking initiative funded by the Irish...

Date: Tuesday 28th May
Location:   The Hilton Hotel, Kilmainham, Dublin 8.  

Get Ireland Walking is the new national walking initiative funded by the Irish Sports Council and the Health Service Executive (HSE), led by Mountaineering Ireland, and supported by the Irish Heart Foundation, HSE Health Promotion, Age and Opportunity, Gaelic Athletic Association, Institute of Leisure and Amenity Management, Arthritis Ireland, and others.

This Seminar will provide an opportunity for all recreation, sporting and health promotion agencies and associations interested in promoting walking to discuss and generate ideas on how we can work to support and enable all our efforts to maximise the number of people walking for health, wellbeing and fitness throughout Ireland.  

To find out more about this Seminar and book a place, please log on to www.eventelephant.com \giw

Your input to these discussions is vital to the achievement of a vibrant culture of walking throughout Ireland.

Please circulate this invitation to any of your colleagues that might be interested in attending. You are also invited to bring along literature or poster presentations you may have on any walking programmes or events that your organisation is currently involved in.

If you have any queries in relation to this Seminar or the Get Ireland Walking initiative please do not hesitate to contact me. I look forward to seeing you on the 28th May. 

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