In recognition of National Famine Memorial Day today, Ireland Reaching Out (IrelandXO), in partnership with Alison, announced the launch of The Great Irish Famine: History, Diaspora, and Global Legacy — a free online educational course designed to bring one of Ireland’s most defining historical experiences to audiences around the world. Read more…
A powerful afternoon exploring Galway’s famine history with historian Ian Brophy on Friday’s guided walking tour. Through the streets of Galway, we reflected on the stories of hardship, resilience, and survival that shaped the city and its people during the Great Famine. Join us every Friday at 2pm for this Read more…
Step into one of the most defining and devastating periods of Irish history on this powerful guided walking tour through Galway City. Led by historian Ian Brophy of Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe, this experience explores the local impact of the Great Famine (1845–1850) and how it shaped Read more…
FAMINE IN GALWAY – A Walking Tour with Ian Brophy of Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe, at 12pm on Thursday 12 March.