News | National Heritage Week 16th – 24th August 2025

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Ireland’s ‘heritage heroes’ celebrated at National Heritage Awards 2019

The dedication of individuals and community groups across Ireland to the preservation and promotion of Ireland’s heritage was recognised on Thursday, 6th February at the National Heritage Awards 2019. Hosted by the Heritage Council, the special event took place at the Royal Irish Academy and was presented by RTÉ broadcaster, Anne Cassin.

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Eleven projects shortlisted for the National Heritage Week Awards 2019

The National Heritage Council is pleased to announce the eleven events that have been shortlisted for the National Heritage Week Awards 2019. The prestigious awards recognise the work of the heritage community in Ireland and showcase the best of National Heritage Week. The eleven events have been shortlisted across four categories, and highlight the dedication of individuals and communities to preserving and promoting Ireland’s heritage.

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20 free things to do on the second weekend of Heritage Week

It’s the final weekend of National Heritage Week 2019, but don’t worry because there are still plenty of exciting events taking place right across the country! So make sure to take the opportunity this weekend to delve into Ireland’s Pastimes | Past Times and get involved in a Heritage Week activity near you, such as tracing your family tree; spending an evening at a pop-up Gaeltacht; or taking part in a Viking Heritage Day!
Here’s just a small flavour of some of the Heritage Week events taking place across Ireland this weekend.

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Make a Splash this Water Heritage Day – Sunday, 25th August

With Water Heritage Day taking place this Sunday, 25th August, here is a spotlight on some of the many events that are taking place across the country as part of the National Heritage Week programme.

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If Trees Could Talk: celebrating the majesty of trees

The Heritage Council hosts eye-catching installation in Merrion Square to celebrate the heritage of our trees

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Visit a castle or country house this Heritage Week!

Ireland is very lucky to have a wealth of fascinating castles and country houses scattered across the length and breadth of the country. So, whether you want to spend an afternoon strolling through the gardens of Kilkenny Castle, soak up the history of Derrynane House, or take in the views from the top of Trim Castle’s tower, there are plenty of options to explore this Heritage Week. Here is just a small selection of castles, country houses and gardens which will be open on various dates between 17 – 25 August. Go and explore!