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Invitation to U.S. Presidents Day and America 250 ceremony
Invitation to U.S. Presidents Day and America 250 ceremony at JFK memorial in Eyre Sq Galway City on Friday 13 February.
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A Heartfelt Thank You to the Grealish Family – and a Warm Welcome to the Linnanes at The Kings Head
On behalf of Galway Civic Trust, we would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the Grealish family for their remarkable stewardship of The Kings Head since 1989. Over the past 36 years, you have not only safeguarded an iconic building of immense historic importance, but you have also ensured Read more…
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Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway
21 August, 12pm – 1:45pm Hall of the Red Earl Custom House, Druid Lane, Galway, Ireland H91 XV2C Co. Galway – City Step into the shadows of the past with Declan O’Shea, local historian and guide, for Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway – a free, 90-minute walking tour Read more…
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A Journey Through Galway, Past and Present
18, 20 August, 12:30pm – 2pm Hall of the Red Earl Druid Lane, Galway H91 XV2C Co. Galway – City Join local historian and storyteller Ronan Harvey for a captivating 90-minute walking tour through the heart of Galway City. “A Journey Through Galway, Past and Present” offers a free, immersive Read more…
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Tour of the Computer and Communications Museum of Ireland
16 August, 2pm – 4pm Entrance to IDA Galway Business Park, Dangan, Galway 1st Floor, Data Science Institute , IDA Business Park, Lower Dangan, Galway H91 AEX4 Co. Galway – City As part of Heritage Week’s 2025 theme ‘Exploring Our Foundations’, Galway Civic Trust is hosting a group tour of Read more…
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On Raglan Road – Great Irish Love Songs and the Women Who Inspired Them
Sat 23 Aug 2025 18:00 – 19:00 The Mick Lally Theatre, H91 N5X9 Booking Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/galwaycivictrustdchasnagaillimhe Poet, author, and musician Gerard Hanberry brings the stories behind Ireland’s most cherished love songs to life in this moving and melodic presentation. Focusing on classic works such as On Raglan Road, Nancy Spain, Read more…
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The Deserted Anglo-Norman Town and Castle at Rindoon, Co. Roscommon
Sat 23 Aug 2025 15:00 – 16:00 The Mick Lally Theatre, H91 N5X9 Booking Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/galwaycivictrustdchasnagaillimhe Archaeologist Kieran O’Conor explores the story of Rindoon, a once-thriving Anglo-Norman town and castle complex in County Roscommon. Founded in the 13th century on the shores of Lough Ree, Rindoon was strategically Read more…
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Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway
A New Walking Tour with Declan O’Shea – Every Thursday at 12 Noon Galway’s medieval past is etched into every cobbled lane and crumbling stone – but its secrets often lie in the shadows. Discover the layered past beneath Galway’s streets. The Galway Civic Trust presents Stones and Shadows: Secrets Read more…
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Celebrating the Women of Galway: Past, Present, and Future
On this International Women’s Day, March 8th, 2025, we celebrate the remarkable women who have shaped Galway’s rich heritage, as well as those who continue to contribute to our community today. From historical figures to contemporary leaders, their stories inspire and remind us of the vital role women play locally, Read more…
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St. Brigid’s Day – Folklore and Traditions
Folklore and Traditions of Ireland A brief outline of some of customs and traditions relating to the Feast of St. Brigid in Ireland.