This volume includes papers given at 'Taking Stock of our Ecclesiastical Heritage', a seminar held by the Heritage Council in February 1997 in Kilkenny Castle.
Read moreRead lessThe aim of this conference was to draw attention to this important element of our heritage - the heritage of churches - by launching the Survey of Churches in Ireland, as well as giving advice onbasic care of churches and their contents.
Rothe House is one of the earliest and most important historic places in Kilkenny, and indeed in the entire region. The Conservation Plan methodology, introduced into Ireland in 1998 by the Heritage Council, provides a framework and a vision for the future of Rothe House.
Read moreRead lessThe vision for Rothe House involves ensuring the protection, long-term survival and enhancement of the complex, in addition to promoting and interpreting the history of the house to the public.
The Heritage Council prepared a draft submission in response to the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government’s Draft Retail Planning Guidelines, which were published on the 22nd November 2011.
Read moreRead lessOne of the critical resources we possess as a nation is our urban places and spaces, and if we are to send them into the future with their values intact, we must plan and manage them effectively to ensure that they continue to function and to thrive both
economically and culturally.
Conservation Plan for the town of Portlaw, Co Waterford.
This publication features 5 Irish town -Carlingford, Westport, Tramore, Fethard and Youghal- where communities have worked to ensure that their urban centre remains vibrant but also true to its origin and identity. For these towns heritage was not a constraint but a resource used to promote and create interesting places.
This report highlights the unique qualities of traditional buildings regarding their energy performance, and also the highlights the potential value in developing standards and guidance for the industry.
This booklet is a guide to the Adopt a Monument Scheme and is aimed at communities, groups and individuals interested in managing, protecting and promoting their local heritage. It explains what Adopt a Monument is, how to apply, and it also features testimonials from community groups involved with the scheme.
Irish rock art is the subject of a new, richly illustrated booklet published by the Heritage Council. Written by archaeologist, Clare Busher O’Sullivan, ‘Rock Art’ explores the art form; where it can be found; what it means; and how it can be protected.