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FAMINE IN GALWAY – A Walking Tour with Ian Brophy
FAMINE IN GALWAY – A Walking Tour with Ian Brophy of Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe, at 12pm on Thursday 12 March.
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Waterways of Galway – A Living Heritage – Galway Civic Trust Documentary
Discover the rich and flowing history of Galway’s waterways in this documentary by Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe, narrated by local historian and tour guide Ian Brophy. From medieval canals and historic bridges to mills and water-powered industry, Galway’s waterways have shaped the city’s character for centuries. This Read more…
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The 14 Tribes of Galway
Galway’s rich history is deeply tied to the 14 merchant families known as the Tribes of Galway, who dominated the city’s political, commercial, and social life from the 13th to the 19th centuries. Their legacy lives on through historic buildings, family names, and enduring stories. Explore the fascinating origins and Read more…
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Season’s Greetings from Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe
As the year draws to a close, all of us at Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe would like to extend our warmest wishes to our members, supporters, volunteers and friends across the city and beyond. Christmas is a time to pause and reflect on the places, stories and Read more…
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Galway Urban Sketchers Exhibition Opens November 10
Galway Urban Sketchers Exhibition Opens November 10th The Galway Urban Sketchers collective is delighted to announce its upcoming exhibition, running from 10 November to 24 November 2025 at The Hall of the Red Earl, Galway City. The exhibition will showcase a vibrant collection of sketches capturing the beauty and character Read more…
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Misleór: Festival of Nomadic Cultures Exhibition at Galway Civic Trust
Thursday 25 Sept – Friday 3 Oct, 2025 – at Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Ln., ~ Misleór Festival celebrates the rich heritage of nomadic cultures ~ View this post on Instagram A post shared by Galway Civic Trust (@civictrustgalway) Follow Misleór on Facebook: Misleór Follow @galwaycivictrustexhibitions on Read more…
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✨ Thank you Galway ✨ What a day! 💚
Our Peadar O’Dowd Memorial Day was an incredible celebration of history, music, and community. From moving talks to uplifting performances, the day truly honoured Peadar’s life and legacy. 🌊 His work continues with our weekly Waterways Tour – every Wednesday at 2pm, starting from the Hall of the Red Earl. Read more…
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A Brief History of The Fishery Watchtower
Introduction After the Ashworth brothers Thomas and Edmund acquired the Galway Fishery in 1852 for £5,000, they promptly began construction on the now-iconic landmark known as the Fishery Watchtower/Tower Station/Salmon House until it was completed in 1853i,ii,iii. This would be the world’s first commercial salmon fisheryiv. Standing three stories tall, 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…