Irish rock art is the subject of a new, richly illustrated booklet published by the Heritage Council. The publication explores the art form; where it can be found; what it means; and how it can be protected.
If you want to help improve your town then check out the new Heritage Council/IWTN publication 'Ballybrilliant: heritage led regeneration in five Irish towns'. It is jam packed with helpful information on how your town can become a better place in which to live, work and visit!
Recent findings in a survey on Public Perceptions of Archaeology carried out by the Heritage Council found that Irish people believe archaeology is more important than ever with 95% agreeing that the archaeology is of use to modern society.
A special Heritage Council publication featuring stories from heritage officers in every county is being launched today to mark 25 years since the Heritage Officer Network was founded.
Based on its experience of developing a national heritage infrastructure, the Heritage Council is now proposing a series of community initiatives that will help ensure that the social and economic benefits of protecting and enhancing our national heritage are realised by local communities throughout the country.
This approach emphasises the benefits of empowering communities to enhance the places where they live, work and socialise, in both rural and urban Ireland.The document sets out six clear proposals aimed at empowering communities to manage and benefit from their local heritage.
Strategic four-year plan of the Heritage Council.
Read moreRead lessThis Strategic Plan will guide and direct the work of the Board and staff during 2012–2016. In particular, the Heritage Council realises the need to contribute to national recovery and to demonstrate how heritage can be a resource for social and economic development. A quality heritage supports employment, offers an outstanding educational resource, and supports heritage-based tourism.
Details the Heritage Council's activities throughout 2010
Read moreRead lessAnnual report on the activities and programmes of the Heritage Council in 2010 including Financial statements.
A Village Design Statement for Sandymount, Co Dublin for enhancement and future development of the village.
Read moreRead lessSandymount Village Design Statement (VDS) has been undertaken by the Sandymount Residents in partnership with Dublin City Council and the Heritage Council under the Heritage Council’s new community-led National Village Design Statement Programme