On Wednesday, 24th May 2023, we had the pleasure of a visit from Patrick J Conneely Sr., known also as the ‘Irish Skipper’. Patrick spent his life as a merchant mariner, now retired and living in Plymouth, Massachusetts, he writes poetry about his life’s experiences. Below are four videos showing Read more…
On Saturday 13th May 2023 a one hour Rosary will be prayed at the Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway. This event is a celebration of traditional Roman Catholic heritage and culture, and all are invited to experience how the Rosary is prayed and dedicated to our Lady Read more…
Come and learn the art of weaving and how to make your own St Brigid’s Cross and the history behind it. Drop in anytime from 10am – 4.30pm, all materials provided, cost only €5, schools, groups and individuals all welcome. No booking necessary! St Brigid’s Cross St.Brigid, also known Read more…
Irish Patchwork Society, Western Branch Drop by The Hall of The Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway to see the lovely seasonal exhibition of our members work, Winter Wonders. Thanks to #galwaycivictrust for kindly hosting us again. The Hall of The Red Earl is open from Monday to Friday 9.30 to Read more…
A promotional video from Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe, A charity committed to promoting and enhancing the heritage of Galway. There are 2 museums, one a medieval archaeological site, within a few minutes walk of each other. Fisheries Watchtower on Wolfe Tone Bridge and the Hall of Read more…
An unsuspecting modern day visitor to the Hall of the Red Earl meets visitors from the Medieval Past and is handed a set of Keys to safeguard and honour the Heritage of the people of Ireland. As part of Heritage Week 2022 – A Medieval reenactment held on Monday 15th Read more…
As part of Heritage Week 2022 – A Medieval reenactment held on Monday 15th August 2022, at the Hall of the Red Earl, Druid Lane, Galway. Appearing in the video are Maura Walsh (Recorder) and Natalie Surina (Early Irish Harp) from Galway Early Music. Sean Shiels and Martyn Merlehan Read more…
17, 19 August, 1pm – 2:30pm Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe 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 Read more…
15, 20 August, 11:30am – 4pm Galway Civic Trust / Dúchas na Gaillimhe Hall of the Red Earl Custom House, Druid Lane Galway, Ireland H91 XV2C Co. Galway – City HeritageWeek.ie Frozen in time, The Hall of the Red Earl stands as a tribute to and reminder of the medieval Read more…
HeritageWeek.ie 13 – 20 August, 10:30am – 5pm Corrib Lacemakers The Fisheries Watchtower Museum Wolfe Tone Bridge, Galway Co. Galway – City Is mian le Lasadóirí na Coiribe oidhreacht na tíre a chaomhnú agus is cuid luachmhar dár n-oidhreacht í an lasadóireacht. For Heritage Week, the Corrib Lacemakers, are Read more…