20, 22 August, 12pm – 1:30pm St Patrick’s Garrison Church Renmore Road, Galway H91 E22C Co. Galway – City A guided tour of St. Patrick’s Garrison Church and Renmore Barracks (Dún Uí Mhaoilíosa) Military Museum, which is dedicated to the memories of the men and women who served with the Read more…
Western Branch of the Irish Patchwork Society The Irish Patchwork Society (IPS) is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting a collection of quilts for the duration of Heritage week 2024, at the Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway. Thanks to #galwaycivictrust for kindly hosting us again. The Read more…
24 August, 2pm – 4pm 1st Floor, Insight Centre for Data Analytics The Data Science Institute Lower Dangan, Galway H91 AEX4 Co. Galway – City As part of Heritage Week’s 2024 theme of ‘Connections, Routes and Networks’, Galway Civic Trust is conducting a group tour of the Computer and Communications Read more…
23 August, 10am – 10:45am The Mick Lally Theatre Druid Lane, Galway H91 N5X9 Co. Galway – City Ian Brophy will provide an insightful exploration of Lough Corrib and its environs through the perspective of “Connections, Routes & Networks,” the theme of National Heritage Week 2024. This theme invites us Read more…
23 August, 5pm – 5:45pm The Mick Lally Theatre Druid Ln., Galway H91 N5X9 Co. Galway – City Gerry Hanberry presents a heartfelt talk covering fourteen well-known Irish love songs through the centuries. The discussion will include the stories behind such great contemporary songs as Thin Lizzy’s “Sarah,” Mick Hanly’s Read more…
Nestled in the heart of Galway, the Hall of the Red Earl offers visitors a unique glimpse into the medieval past of this vibrant city. This archaeological site, once the bustling seat of the powerful De Burgo family, stands as a living testament to Galway’s rich history. Our guided tours Read more…
FREE Guided Walks of Medieval Galway every Tuesday and Thursday at 2pm. Meet at the Hall of the Red Earl in Druid Lane. No Need to Book a Place, just show up at 2.00pm Tuesday or Thursday! In case you cannot make one of our guided tours, check out Read more…
The Mick Lally Theatre Humanity Dick: A Tale of Beasts and Bullets Seán Leonard 14 – 15 June 2024 8pm Tickets €20 / €16 concession Humanity Dick commemorates the 200th anniversary of the world’s first SPCA in London, a landmark event intertwined with Connemara’s history. Join Seán Leonard as he Read more…
Irish Dominicans The Claddagh in Galway City is an iconic neighbourhood, rich in history. For many centuries it was home to a large fishing community, whose story is intimately connected with that of the Dominican priory of St Mary on the Hill… Further learning: John Cunningham, ‘The mayor / admiral Read more…
The Nolan Clan / Clann Nualláin is proud to announce its 15th biannual AGM and Gathering will be held on 9-10 September 2023 in Galway’s Harbor Hotel. This year marks the Nolan Clan’s first Gathering in Galway. We are excited to bring together the many Nolans of Galway, Ireland and Read more…