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Design Phase for Major Redevelopment of National Museum of Ireland – Natural History

By Ryan Harmon
The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin, announced her approval for the commencement of the design phase of the National Museum of Ireland – Natural History redevelopment project. This is a flagship project in the Minister’s programme of investments under the National Development Plan, which will see many of our […]
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West Waterford Festival of Food Returns to its Traditional Spring Date in 2023

By Ryan Harmon
Ireland’s largest food festival, West Waterford Festival of Food, will return to its traditional Spring date next year, taking place from 14-16 April 2023. The confirmed date comes as the festival reveals record attendance figures of 67,000 for the 2022 West Waterford Festival of Food, which was held in June. The programme featured an eclectic mix of […]
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Historic Step for Irish Film Industry as Co-Production Agreement Signed Between France and Ireland

By Ryan Harmon
An Agreement between the Government of Ireland and the Government of France on Cinematographic Co-Production was signed in Paris. The signing of this Agreement is an exciting development which will combine the long and illustrious history of French cinema, which has a majestic film tradition, together with Ireland’s establishment as a global production hub in […]
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National Sculpture Factory Premiers Immersive 3D Play Conversations on a Crosstown Algorithm by Irish Artist Doireann O’Malley

By Ryan Harmon
The National Sculpture Factory in association with Cork Midsummer Festival is delighted to present the premiere of Doireann O’Malley’s new work ‘Conversations on a Crosstown Algorithm’. Live in the Granary Theatre for 3 nights only in December 2022. The 3D-Theatre Play, ‘Conversations on a Crosstown Algorithm’ (2022), is the first iteration of
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‘Brigid 1500’ Launches with Plans to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of St. Brigid

By Ryan Harmon
‘Brigid 1500’ is a programme of national and international events and initiatives to celebrate and commemorate St. Brigid, the woman, the life and the legacy launched at St. Brigid’s Cathedral. According to leading Brigidine experts, 2024 marks the 1500th anniversary of the death of St. Brigid and thus, St. Brigid’s Day, 1st February 2024 will be a key […]
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Rural Ideas Forum Opened to Focus on a Socially Inclusive Rural Ireland

By Ryan Harmon
Minister of State with responsibility for Community Development and Charities Joe O’Brien TD opened the 6th Rural Ideas Forum as the Department of Rural and Community Development continued its series of engagement fora. These events provide an opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities that impact on rural communities and economies. A virtual gathering of […]
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Stunning Mural Unveiled Celebrating Brazilian Independence and the Diversity of Dublin City

By Ryan Harmon
The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Caroline Conroy and the Brazilian Ambassador to Ireland, Marcel Fortuna Biato officially unveiled a stunning mural on Ormond Quay celebrating Brazilian Independence and the diversity of Dublin city.  The project is the initiative of the Association of Brazilian Families in Ireland (AMBI) together with the Brazilian Embassy, Dublin City Council
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Cois Móire – A New Documentary Series By Cormorant Films on TG4

By Ryan Harmon
Cois Móire, a new documentary series by Cormorant Films on TG4, starts at 9.30 pm, Wednesday 9th November 2022 on TG4 and TG4 Playerwith with four 1 hour episodes. Diarmuid Ó Drisceoil brings you the story of the River Blackwater, An Abhainn Mhór na Mumhan. Following in the footsteps of Annroai O’ Liathain and using his book Cois Móire as a travel guide, Diarmuid will
Culture Environment News

Climate Change and Its Impact on Built Heritage to Take Centre Stage at Inaugural Heritage 2030 Conference

By Ryan Harmon
The inaugural Heritage Ireland 2030 Conference will take place on Monday 24 October 2022 at Trinity College Dublin and online. The Summit will bring together stakeholders, members of the public and those working to protect heritage in communities, by showcasing successful projects, exploring challenges and opportunities and outlining progress in delivering the objectives