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

#MyHeritageWeek: Share your National Heritage Week memories

This year, the Heritage Council marks 15 years since it first assumed the role of coordinator of National Heritage Week. As we take a new approach to National Heritage Week 2020 - inviting you to organise projects that will be showcased on our website during National Heritage Week - we want to reflect on the diverse range of heritage activities that have taken place over the past 15 years of National Heritage Week.

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Update: Heritage Week 2020

In light of the public health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Heritage Council, in consultation with the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, is considering what approach to Heritage Week 2020 might be appropriate and in line with public health safety.

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Cancelled: Heritage Week Training Day

Due to the evolving COVID-19 situation, and in light of Government advice, the Heritage Council has taken the decision to cancel the upcoming Training Day in Portlaoise on Tuesday, 31st March. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

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Heritage Week 2020: ‘Heritage and Education: Learning from our Heritage’

We are delighted to share our theme for Heritage Week 2020: ‘Heritage and Education: Learning from our Heritage’. Engaging with our shared heritage – in Ireland and across Europe – presents a rich source for learning, and an opportunity to rediscover and reconnect with the knowledge, traditions and skills of our ancestors.

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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.