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Kildare Heritage Week 2017

Kildare Heritage Week 2017

Heritage Week is coordinated by the Heritage Council and Local Authority Heritage Officers.

Download the Kildare Events Guide Heritage Week 2017 Brochure (12mb)

Heritage Week is supported by the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs and Fáilte Ireland. National Heritage Week is Ireland’s annual celebration of our built, natural and cultural heritage and is part of a European initiative to encourage people to take an interest in their local heritage

Many of the events in this guide have been organised by local community and heritage groups who have a passion for heritage which they wish to translate to the people of Kildare.

In 2017, the Heritage Council invites you to explore Nature as part of our Cultural Heritage. From archaeology to architecture, folklore to placenames, Irish culture is deeply rooted in nature.

During Heritage Week there is something for everyone to enjoy from open days at historic buildings to hands-on heritage fun for children; exhibitions, activities, talks, craft demonstrations, re-enactments, tours and much more.

The aim of Heritage Week is to foster a greater understanding and awareness of our own local heritage. This listing of events has been compiled by the Kildare Heritage Officer, Kildare County Council.

Most events listed here are free. Participants are advised to confirm details of events in advance. Some events require booking. Children are welcome to most events but young children should be accompanied by an adult. Please dress suitably. Get out and enjoy Kildare’s wonderful heritage during national Heritage Week.

Bridget Loughlin, Heritage Officer

As Mayor of County Kildare I am delighted to invite you to participate in National Heritage Week 2017. The theme of Heritage Week this year is Nature as part of our Cultural Heritage. From archaeology to architecture, folklore to placenames, Irish culture is deeply rooted in nature and biodiversity.

Heritage Week provides a great opportunity for local groups and organisations to showcase their own local heritage of which they are justifiably proud.

Heritage Week helps to raise awareness of built, natural and cultural heritage, encourages its preservation and seeks to foster a shared pride in our shared heritage. I must congratulate the individuals, heritage organizations, museums, heritage centres and community groups who have organized the fantastic array of heritage events contained in this event guide. The tremendous efforts, often on a voluntary basis, of these enthusiastic and committed people demonstrate that the protection of heritage is a shared responsibility which is taken very seriously by the people of County Kildare.

The number of events organized during Heritage Week in County Kildare continues to grow year on year and I look forward to attending a number of them. I would like to wish everyone well in this year’s events and encourage the people of County Kildare to get out and explore Kildare heritage.

Cllr Martin Miley, Mayor of County Kildare

Download the Kildare Events Guide Heritage Week 2017 Brochure (12mb)


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