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

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Heritage Ireland Stories: A gift to lovers of gardens and period homes

Over the next number of weeks we will share some of the stories from the Heritage Ireland supplement that was published at the start of National Heritage Week in 2024. This series will feature stories from sites, people and places that took part in National Heritage Week 2024 sharing their story.

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National Heritage Week 2025 Theme: Exploring Our Foundations

National Heritage Week will take place from 16th - 24th August 2025. The Heritage Council invites all to get involved under the theme of "Exploring our Foundations"

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National Heritage Week Awards 2024 - Winners and Runners-Up Announced

The National Heritage Week Awards ceremony took place on Friday 15th November. The Awards acknowledge the enormous effort and work of individuals and groups who contribute to the built, natural and cultural heritage in their locality

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Announcing the National Heritage Week 2024 County Awards

The Heritage Council proudly recognises outstanding local Heritage Week events with the annual "County Awards" which celebrate the top events in each Local Authority Area as nominated.

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Heritage Hero 2024 Announced!

The Heritage Hero 2024 has been announced. This year's recipient is James Scully for his work over a long number of years advocating for heritage of the inland waterways and sites around Banagher, Co. Offaly

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Announcing the 2024 National Heritage Awards Shortlist

The Heritage Council is delighted to unveil the shortlist for the 2024 National Heritage Awards, which recognise the incredible efforts of individuals and community groups across Ireland in preserving, protecting, and promoting our rich built, natural, and cultural heritage throughout National Heritage Week.