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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The inaugural Stones and Shadows: Secrets of Medieval Galway walking tour took place yesterday (21 August) and was a great success. Led by researcher and guide Declan O’Shea, the 90-minute tour began at the Hall of the Red Earl and drew a lively group of both locals and visitors. Participants Read more…
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…
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…
Sat 23 Aug 2025 16:00 – 17:00 The Mick Lally Theatre, H91 N5X9 Booking Link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/galwaycivictrustdchasnagaillimhe Paul Walsh offers a guided journey through Galway’s evolving urban landscape, using historical maps, images, and documents to trace the physical and social development of the city over time. This talk charts how Read more…