A guide to National Heritage Week in Meath

All the events from 12th to 20th August

National Heritage Week 2023 takes place nationwide from Saturday 12th to Sunday 20th August. A colourful range of events and projects celebrating all aspects of our heritage will take place across the country as communities, families, holiday makers and people of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to get out and explore their heritage.

Galleries, gardens, historic houses, barnyards and studios will play host to events covering everything from architecture to archaeology, film to foraging, philosophy to genealogy and music to storytelling. Walks, talks and workshops will satisfy the heritage curious among us who can search for events taking place in their area either by county or by topic from here.

The theme for National Heritage Week this year is ‘Living Heritage’ which is defined as the practices, knowledge and skills that have been passed from one generation to the next, and are still in use today. As such, many events and projects will focus on the keeping alive of these crafts and skills, and this year’s launch took place at the workshop of Tom McDonnell and James Collins (pictured above), two of the last remaining men practicing the dying trade of Traveller tinsmithing.

Minister Noonan TD said: “With thousands of free events all over the country, Heritage Week is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the places, traditions, crafts and skills that have woven their way through the fabric of Irish society. I’d like to commend the hundreds of people, community groups and organisations across Ireland who, every year, give freely of their own time to host events and share their interest in heritage with the public and with the next generation of heritage lovers and tradition keepers. It is thanks to their efforts that the understanding and love of our heritage is kept alive, and passed on to the next generation.”

CEO of the Heritage Council, Virginia Teehan said: “Whether we are conscious of it or not, we are all torch holders of our heritage in one way or another and this year’s theme of Living Heritage provides an opportunity to explore this idea further. Anybody who has learned a skill from a family member, who has repeated a story told to them by an ancestor, or even anybody who has played GAA, has played a part in preserving our cultural heritage. Many of the events registered this year will highlight how valuable these traditions are and how richly they contribute to our understanding of who we are as a people.”

The National Lottery and Fáilte Ireland are joined by the Office of Public Works (OPW), the Irish Landmark Trust, and the Local Authority Water Programme as partners of National Heritage Week 2023. At county level, National Heritage Week is co-ordinated and supported by local authority heritage officers, their colleagues and with numerous local heritage groups and organisations.

Coordinated by the Heritage Council since 2005, National Heritage Week has become one of Ireland’s largest cultural events, celebrating Ireland's built, natural and cultural heritage and aiming to generate awareness, appreciation and preservation of our wonderful resources.

The events in Meath

Colmcille – Connecting Ancient and Modern

The ancient site of Kells Monastery, granted to Colmcille by High King Diarmaid Mc Carroll in the mid sixth century and once a powerhouse of art and learning, still overlooks the town drawing visitors from around the globe. Through the vision and teaching of St Colmcille/Columba, Irish monks and scribes were to become the greatest scribes and painters of books in the world. This year connecting modern art form with the ancient we begin by taking a guided walking tour of Kells Type Trail which brings together a collection of modern art installations highlighting Kells unique heritage of lettering as an art form. Each installation is an artistic interpretation of the word ‘CONNECT’.

As we move through Kells ancient streetscape, we will experience a deeper and meaningful understanding as we discover the artist’s inspiration behind each colourful piece. Reaching the end of our tour at St Colmcille/Columba’s House we will view Colmcille the Scribe one of the award winning Colmcille Illuminations. Come along to see how the Irish style of writing developed in Ireland from Colmcille/Columba’s time as we compare the Cathach, a sixth century manuscript thought to have been written by St Colmcille/Columba to later manuscripts such as the Book of Kells completed by Columban monks in the ninth century. Entry into the ancient oratory lit by candlelight for the occasion is included.

Organiser: Colmcille 1500 Kells

Venue: Meeting at Church of Ireland Gates, Church Street, Kells

Email: miriammanning@hotmail.com

Telephone: 086 3231886

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kellscolmcille1500/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellscolmcille1500/?hl=en

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgas7EAVjTi-G7w8PhicKiw

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking available

Sunday 13th 20.00 - 22.00

Tours of Moyglare Manor, Kildare/Meath - in association with Historic Houses of Ireland

Moyglare Manor is a magnificent mid-18th century country house, situated on the borders of Counties Meath and Kildare, 2km from Maynooth. The property has undergone extensive renovations to return it to its former splendour. Moyglare provides visitors with a taste of the many respective periods through which the house was remodelled, from 1764 to the Irish Regency Period. Tours are given by Dr Angela Alexander, the leading academic on Dublin cabinet makers from the Irish Regency period.

Adults: €10 Children, students and OAPs: €7.50

Organiser: Historic Houses of Ireland

Venue: Moyglare Manor

Eircode: W23 RT91

Email: info@moyglaremanor.ie

Booking Link: moyglaremanor.ie/historic-irish-house-tour

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Car parking available

Sat 12th 09:00 -13:00

Sun 13th 09:00 - 13:00

Mon 14th 09:00 - 13:00

Tue 15th 09:00 - 13:00

Wed 16th 09:00 - 13:00

Thu 17th 09:00 - 13:00

Fri 18th 09:00 - 13:00

Sun 20th 09:00 - 13:00

An Exhibition of 'Heritage Wear' at Oldcastle Library

During Heritage Week the Kreative Sewing Group invite you to visit their exhibition celebrating Irish and vintage fashion. from vintage to present day wear the exhibition will show fashion and accessories, designed and or made in Ireland Some vintage items will date back as far as 1920. Patterns, books and photos of relevance will also feature. Books available from Library on all clothing and designers will also go on display.

No advance booking required - this is a free drop-in event, with everyone welcome!

Organiser: Kreative Sewing @ Kraft Kaffee

Venue: Oldcastle Library

Address: Millbrook Road, Oldcastle

Eircode: A82 N125

Email: kraftkaffee@gmail.com

Telephone:0863541830

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking available

Sat 12th 10:00 - 13:00

Sat 12th 14:00 - 17:00

Tue 15th 14:00 - 17:00

Tue 15th 18:00 - 20:30

Thu 17th 14:00 - 17:00

Thu 17th 18:00 - 20:30

Fri 18th 10:00 - 13:00

Fri 18th 14:00 - 17:00

Sat 19th 14:00 - 17:00

Sun 20th 10:00 - 13:00

Visit the Medieval Wall and Bastion of Navan

Visit the beautifully restored Medieval Wall and Bastion of Navan. Talks on the day by the core heritage team responsible for the works; Conservation Architect Fergal McNamara, Archaeologist Clare Ryan, Heritage Officer Loreto Guinan and Conservator Greg Smith. Sponsored by The Irish Walled Town Network (IWTN).

Organiser: Navan & District History Society

Venue: County Council Yard (opposite the bus stop)

Address: Abbey Road, Navan, Co. Meath.

Email: kilcarnarchaeology@gmail.com

Telephone: 0873070300

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NavanHistory

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free

Sat 12th 11:00 - 12:30

Slane Castle Hermitage Opens to Public

Discover the hidden gem of Slane Castle Estate, St Erc’s Hermitage. Join our special guided tours during Heritage Week on August 12th and 13th and learn about the fascinating history of this ancient site and its connection to St.Patrick. Originally a wooden structure from the fifth century, St Erc’s Hermitage evolved over time with various hermits residing and rebuilding it. Today, the stone ruins, dating back to the fifteenth century, include a nave, chancel, and tower.

Thanks to the Community Monuments Fund’s support, the Hermitage underwent extensive conservation efforts, including archaeological recording and repairs. St Erc, once a pagan druid, became a bishop ordained by St Patrick. He was renowned for his wise and just judgments and is thought to have earned praise even from St Patrick himself. St Erc’s feast day is on November 2nd, the date of his death in 514, at the remarkable age of 90, and he is believed to be buried on the Hill of Slane, where he established a monastery.

Join us for guided tours at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm on August 12th and 13th. Each tour lasts approximately 75 minutes however be prepared for rough and muddy terrain by wearing suitable walking shoes and a rain jacket. Regrettably, due to the terrain, we cannot accommodate guests with mobility issues. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the history of St. Erc’s Hermitage and its significance in Slane’s past.

Organiser: Slane Castle

Address: Slane, County Meath, Ireland

Eircode: C15 XP83

Email: info@slanecastle.ie

Telephone: +353 (0) 41 988 4477

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialslanecastle/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/slanecastle

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialslanecastle/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/officialslanecastle

Booking Link: slanecastle.ie/events/heritage-week-exclusive-st-ercs-hermitage-walk

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Accessible by public transport, Car parking available

Sat 12th 11:00 - 12:15

Sat 12th 13:00 - 14:15

Sat 12th 15:00 - 16:15

Sun 13th 11:00 - 12:15

Sun 13th 13:00 - 14:15

Sun 13th 15:00 - 15:15

'The Stepping Stones of Duleek' - A guided walk around the historic buildings in the village

Come along on a guided tour and learn about the historic buildings and places of interest and their fascinating stories around the Village of Duleek.

Organiser: Duleek Heritage Group

Venue: Village Green

Address: Main Street Duleek

Email: phillarkin7@gmail.com

Telephone: 0879514381

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Sat 12th 11:30 - 12:30

Sat 12th15:00 - 16:00

100 Years of Living Heritage Through Sport

St Ultan's Historical Society is displaying 100 years of living heritage through sport in Bohermeen, Boyerstown, Cortown and surrounding districts. Sport has always been a unique bond in most communities throughout Ireland, in both difficult social, economic, and political times over the past century and our community like many more has their own story to tell. Also covered is the changing face of sporting times, from being a male dominated outlet to today when the women of Ireland and our community have now matched their male counterparts in being active in most sports. Our display through photo and more is also aimed at getting people out post covid of a certain generation, to mix, mingle and chat about past sporting times, as both participants and observers. Our display is also hoped to cause great interest locally to both those whose families have lived locally for many generations and to those who have made their home in our community in recent times to be aware of its heritage and sporting passions over the past century. Our project is supported by Creative Ireland Programme through Meath County Council Community Heritage Grant Scheme 2023.

Organiser: Bohermeen Community Centre

Address: Neilstown, Bohermeen, Navan Co Meath

Eircode: C15 XW97

Email: stephenball196@gmail.com

Telephone: 0860792580

Facebook: http://St Ultans Historical Society Inc Bohermeen -Boyerstown-Cortown @SULHBBC · Community

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Specifically an event for children, Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Sat 12th 12:00 - 19:00

Sun 13th12:00 - 19:00

Boyne Valley to Lakelands Greenway - Nobber Loop (Sli na hOibre)

Sli na hOibre or the Nobber way - is a 3.4km walking loop around the village of Nobber. Its is part of the Boyne Valley to Lakelands Greenway which is a 30km walkway from Navan in County Meath to Dun na Ri park forest park in Kingscourt Co Cavan. The greenway runs along the old railway line which ran from Dublin to Kingscourt . The line opened in 1872 and passenger service finished in 1947 and goods services in 1963. Later on the line was used to transport gypsum from the mine in Kingscourt to the platin cement factory in Drogheda. This stopped in 2001 and the line was no longer used until recently when it was opened as the Boynevalley to Lakelands Greenway - its near completion with works ongoing July 2023. Our project involved researching the Nobber section of the line and providing three information boards along the Nobber loop. We also located sections of the original rails from the 1880s along with the original iron track changing lever - it is hoped to get these conserved and put on this display near the station platform in the near future. Heritage week 2023 - we propose to put some of our findings up on the Nobber Times facebook page - it will include photos of some of the original railway iron gates, levers , rails , maps and copy of 1880s train timetable. Walking tours along the Nobber line given on request.

Organiser: Railway View Residents Association

Email: picsweld@gmail.com

Telephone: 0879133257

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Nobber-Times/

Register Link: facebook.com/people/Nobber-Times/

Built heritage, Suitable for families

Sat 12th 12:30 - 21:30

Girley Bog & Sphagnum Moss

Sphagnum moss is the known as the bog builder. Join the Irish Peatland Conservation Council for a walk and talk at Girley Bog exploring the ongoing work of the Council to encourage the growth of Sphagnum moss on this reserve. Participants can also expect to discover lots more peatland biodiversity along the way.

Organiser: Irish Peatland Conservation Council

Venue: Girley Hall

Address: Girley, Fordstown, Co. Meath

Eircode: C15 PV21

Email: bogs@ipcc.ie

Telephone:045 860133

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IPCC.ie/?ref=hl

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeatlandConserv

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irish_peatland_conservation_co/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ConservationPeatland

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free

Sat 12th 14:00 - 16:00

Babe's Bridge Restoration Project

Babe’s Bridge is the remains of a 13th century bridge over the River Boyne near Navan. The southeast span still stands along with remains of some of the abutments in the river. It is one of the oldest bridge arches in Ireland. The talk will cover the history of the bridge and the current restoration project which is being managed by https://www.7larchitects.ie. The stonework will be repointed with traditional lime mortar, with missing stonework replaced by fallen stonework recovered from the river underneath the bridge. Bat roosts will be maintained. Studies into the archaeology, underwater archaeology, and ecology of the site were done as part of the project, along with 3D imaging surveys to records the current condition of the bridge and to help detail the restoration works. An Taisce thanks The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and Meath County Council for Communities Monuments Fund funding in 2021 that allowed An Taisce to commission studies on the conservation of the bridge. 2023 funding has been granted to carry out conservation works on the stonework in Autumn 2023. Babe’s Bridge is a heritage property owned by An Taisce - The National Trust for Ireland. Find out more or support our work at https://www.antaisce.org/babes-bridge.

The talk will be outside at Babe’s Bridge which is along the Boyne Navigation towpath at 53.671651, -6.653232. Parking is available at the Fishermans’ Carpark at 53.65729629431878, -6.667557353507515 from which it is a 2km walk along the canal towpath to Babe’s Bridge. Public Transport is available to Navan town centre which is a 4km walk along the towpath.

Organiser: An Taisce - The National Trust for Ireland

Venue: Babe’s Bridge Site

Address: Boyne Navigation Towpath, Navan.

Email: boynenavigation@antaisce.org

Telephone +353 1 454 1786

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/AnTaisce

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AnTaisce

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/antaisce/

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free

Sat 12th 14:30 -15:30

Bellewstown: Pictures from the Past. Book launch and Exhibition

Bellewstown Heritage Group is delighted to announce the launch of its latest book, ‘Bellewstown: Pictures from the Past’. Collected by members of the group and lovingly restored by photographer John Bellew, this photographic book is a wonderful record of Bellewstown people, places and events from the past seventy years. To coincide with the book launch, there will be an exhibition of photographs, tea, coffee and home-made cakes for all on Saturday, 12th August at 7 pm in Bellewstown Racecourse cafe. All welcome.

Organiser: Bellewstown Heritage Group

Venue: Bellewstown Racecourse cafeteria

Address: Collierstown, Bellewstown, Co Meath

Eircode: A92EC82

Email: ahernfiona@yahoo.ie

Telephone: 0879738763

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Sat 12th 19:00 - 21:00

National Print Museum Pop-Up Print Shop

The National Print Museum, in collaboration with Meath County Council and Creative Ireland, ably assisted by Skills Transfer volunteers will host a pop-up print shop in Kells Courthouse Tourism and Cultural Hub. Sample a day in the life of an apprentice printer. Make your printers’ hat, set some type, and pull a print! Then design your own letter and print it using the modular type system, the P22 Blox. Suitable for all ages. This is a drop-in event and no booking is necessary. In 2019 Letterpress Printing in Ireland was inscribed on the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage of ireland.

Organiser: Heritage Office, Meath County Council

Venue: Kells Courthouse Tourism and Cultural Hub

Address: Headfort Road, Kells, Co. Meath

Eircode: A82RY62

Email: heritage@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationalPrintMuseum/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NatPrintMuseum

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nationalprintmuseum

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Sun 13th 11:00- 14:30

THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE AND PLACES FOR RELIGIOUS PRACTICES IN CLONALVY

‘THE changing landscape and places for religious practices in Clonalvy since the early medieval period with a conducted tour of Clonalvy graveyard and the Church of St John the Baptist’ by Dr Geraldine Stout and Nick Reilly BL. Meeting at St John the Baptist Church. As this is an outdoor event please dress for the weather. Refreshments will be served by kind permission of Fr Kevin in the church grounds, following the talk.

Organiser: Ardcath Clonalvy Heritage Society

Venue: St. John the Baptist Church

Address: Flemingtown, Clonalvy.

Eircode: A42 K248

Email: ardcathclonalvyheritagesociety@gmail.com

Telephone: 087-4108193

Facebook: https://Ardcath Clonalvy Heritage Society

Sun 13th 15:00 - 16:15

AN EXHIBITION OF WORK BY KIERAN SLYNE

KIERAN Slyne is an award winning documentary cameraman and photographer who now lives in Kells. He has been fortunate to travel the high roads and bye roads of this country, as well as the world. He got his first camera at the age of 13 and since then has found inspiration wherever he is. His photographic work has been reproduced in many publications. This collection looks at how we impose on nature both consciously and unconsciously. (Exhibition closed for lunch 1.30pm- 2pm)

Organiser: Meath County Council Arts Office

Venue: Toradh Gallery 2

Address: Kells Courthouse Tourism and Cultural Hub, Headfort Rd, Kells

Eircode: A82 RY62

Email: artsoffice@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Natural heritage, Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking

available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Mon 14th 09:00 - 17:00

Tue 15th 09:00 -17:00

Wed 16th 09:00 - 17:00

Thu 17th 09:00 - 17:00

Fri 18th 09:00 - 17:00

Sat 19th 09:00 - 16:00

GEOLOGICAL HERITAGE OF COUNTY MEATH EXHIBITION

THE geology of Meath includes all its bedrock, subsoils and soils. Often summarised only as ‘the plains of Royal Meath’, it is in fact a landscape with an intricate and spectacular history, containing a multitude of geological features and sites that owe their origins to complex, dynamic and fascinating processes. This variation influences the county’s land-use patterns, farming tradition, habitats and biodiversity. We interact with our natural landscape on a daily basis and by understanding its formation we can learn more about our origins, our surrounding environment, and our sense of place. This exhibition has been complied by Dr Robbie Meehan, geologist and author of the The Making of Meath: The County’s Natural Landscape History.

Organiser: Heritage Office, Meath County Council

Venue: Meath County Council, Buvinda House

Address: Dublin Road, Navan

Eircode: C15Y291

Email: heritage@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Mon 14th - Fri 18th 09:00 - 17:00

TOUR OF THE BLACK FRIARY EXCAVATIONS, TRIM

THE Blackfriary Archaeology Field School are running tours of the excavations at the medieval monastic site. Artefacts found in the past 13 years of excavations, will also be on display. Limited parking and toilet facilities on site. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Admission is free. No booking required.

Organiser: Blackfriary Archaeology Field School

Address: Griffin Park, Trim

Email: info@bafs.ie

Telephone: 0857563671

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackfriaryFieldschoolIreland

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blackfriarydig

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/

blackfriaryarchaeofieldschool/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_

Nv2ZbNqto5KtOzLN2FXw

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport

Mon 14th - Fri 18th 14:30 - 16:30

NATURALLY WILD WITH DALE TREADWELL. THE 5 BS: BUGS, BUTTERFLIES, BATS, BEES AND BIRDS

Dale Treadwell brings you on a journey discovering the 5 Bs!

Learn about bugs, butterflies, bats, bees and birds in this fun hour plus event.

Organiser: Meath County

Council Library Service and

Heritage Office

Venue: Navan Library

Address: Railway Street,

Navan, Co. Meath

Eircode: C15 RW31

Email: ymorrisson@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 046 9021134

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Specifically an event for children,

Free, Accessible by public transport, Fully wheelchair accessible

Mon 14th 15:00 - 16:15

GUIDED WALK OF TRIM TOWN WALLS

WALKING tour of Trim Town Walls, starting from the coach park at Finnegans’ Way / Trim Castle Hotel with local archaeologist Finola O’Carroll, to walk and talk about the town walls and defences of Trim. Suitable for all, some uneven ground, all

welcome.

Organiser: Heritage Office,

Meath County Council

Venue: Bus/Coach Park at

Finnegans’ Way (opposite

entrance to Trim Castle

Hotel)

Email: heritage@

meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Built heritage, Suitable for families

Mon 14th 16:30 - 17:45

ARDMULCHAN CHURCH & GRAVEYARD -

HISTORICAL TALK WITH A VIEW

HEAR about the history of Ardmulchan Church & Graveyard, located on a height

overlooking the River Boyne with origins from the 12th century. This event and will bring attendees through the beginnings of the church and key events over time.

Find out what happened the bells of Ardmulchan and hear about future

plans. This outdoor event is being organised by Ardmulchan Graveyard Group. Overflow parking will be available in an adjoining field, past the entrance to the lane.

Organiser: Ardmulchan Graveyard Group

Address: Boyne Road, Navan, Co Meath

Email: fineganj@gmail.com

Telephone: 0863086080

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile

php?id=100093956333596

Built heritage, Free, Car parking available

Mon 14th 19:00 - 20:00

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THE ASHBOURNE STORY EXHIBITION

MEATH Arts Office and the Toradh Gallery present The Ashbourne Story in partnership with the Ashbourne Historical Society (AHS). The AHS have put a considerable amount of work into compiling this exhibition which was due to be presented as part of the Ashbourne 2020 celebrations. Ashbourne 2020 celebrated the signing of the lease in 1820 for the land on which Frederick Bourne would build a small village with several coaching inns, a small hotel, a toll house and other buildings. He called the village Ashbourne. Theexhibition runs from 15th August 2023 – 8th January 2024

Organiser: Ashbourne

Historical Society & Meath Arts Office

Venue: Toradh Gallery

Address: Ashbourne Library & Cultural Centre, 1-2 Killegland Ct, Upper

Ashbourne.

Eircode: A84 PH27

Email: artsoffice@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Tue 15th 10:00 - 2 0:30

Wed 16th 10:00 - 17:00

Thu 17th 10:00 - 20:30

Fri 18th 10:00 - 17:00

Sat 19th 10:00 - 13:00

Sat 19th 14:00 - 17:00

HISTORY AND HERITAGE DISPLAYED IN THREAD -

DUNSHAUGHLIN MUNICIPAL AREA

HISTORY and Heritage Displayed in Thread. We are holding an embroidery exhibition depicting some heirlooms, emblems and the historical structures of the Dunshaughlin Municipal area which includes Ratoath and Dunboyne. We are a new group of experienced and novice sewers who are displaying our craft and we invite you to enjoy and view this part of Meath ‘painted in thread’ . Our group is excited by the resurging interest in embroidery and we take our inspiration from the ancient environment around us. We welcome new members to our very sociable group as our primary aim is friendship in our community

Organiser: Threads of Lore An Mhí

Venue: Dunshaughlin

Eircode: A85CD76

Email: threadsoflore22@gmail.com

Telephone: 00353872443719

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Tue 15th 13:30 - 17:00

Wed 16th 10:00 - 17:00

Thu 17th 13:30 - 17:00

Fri 18th 10:00 - 17:00

Sat 19th 10:00 - 17:00

CARING FOR YOUR FAMILY ARCHIVES

JOIN the county archivist Patricia Fallon on Tuesday 15th August at 2pm for a practical session on caring for your family archives – bring your own family papers to get advice on the day! Booking essential through Navan Library

Organiser: Meath County Council

Venue: Navan Public Library

Eircode: C15 RW31

Email: patricia.fallon@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0469021134

Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_

login=%2FMeathLibrary

Booking Link: meath.ie/council/events/caring-for-your-familyarchives

Register Link: meath.ie/council/events/caring-for-your-familyarchives

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Fully wheelchair accessible

Tue 15th 14:00 - 15:30

SOUND AND MUSIC HERITAGE

SOUND and Music Workshop: Music has long been associated with Irish Heritage and Culture. In this workshop children will investigate the origin of sound and sound waves, how these are eventually interpreted as sound by the brain.

They will make their own unique sound making Instrument. For ages 6+. Max 20 participants (branch space allowing).

This event will take place in the following Libraries: Dunboyne & Dunshaughlin (15th Aug), Trim & Athboy (17th Aug) and Ashbourne and Navan (19th Aug).

Organiser: Meath County Council Library Service and Heritage Office

Venue: Meath Libraries

Address: Dunshaughlin, Dunboyne, Trim, Athboy,

Ashbourne and Navan.

Eircode: C15 A279

Email: ymorrisson@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 01 8251248

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Specifically an event for children,

Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking available, Fully

wheelchair accessible

Tue 15th 14:00- 14:45

Tue 15th 15:30 - 16:15

Thu 17th 14:00 - 14:45

Thu 17th 15:30 - 16:15

Sat 19th 12:00 -12:45

Sat 19th 14:00 - 14:45

TALK ON KELLS TOWN WALLS AND MURAL TOWER

ROBERT Miles, Meath County Council Architectural Conservation Officer, will give a talk on conservation works to the 12th/13th century Mural Tower, Cannon Street (part of Kells Town Walls). Thisproject is funded by the Heritage Council through the Irish Walled Town Network. The event is free but booking is required as places are limited. Email conservation@ meathcoco.ie to book a place.

Organiser: Conservation Section,

Meath County Council

Venue: Kells Courthouse Tourism

and Cultural Hub

Address:Headfort Road, Kells

Eircode: A82RY62

Email: conservation@meathcoco.ie

Telephone:0852539897

Built heritage, Free, Accessible by public transport, Fully wheelchair accessible

Tue 15th 19:00 - 20:00

HISTORICAL LECTURE ON THE HISTORY OF OLD KILCARNE CEMETERY AND ST STEPHEN’S CHURCH

A Lecture on the history of St Stephen’s church and Old Kilcarne cemetery. Lecture will be delivered by Christopher O’Brien-Lynch.

Organiser: Old Johnstown Village Community Group

Venue: Old Kilcarne Cemetery

Address: Oldtown Rd, Kilcarn, Co. Meath

Email: francis.deane@members.meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0861234856

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Tue 15th 19:30 - 20:15

MEDIEVAL FAMILY DAY AT THE BLACK FRIARY, TRIM

TOURS of the excavations of the medieval monastic site. Artefacts we have found in the past 13 years, will be on display. We will also be running a Kids Dig for those who want to try their hand at excavation!

Limited parking and toilet facilities on site. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Admission is free. Booking only for Kids dig by emailing info@bafs.ie

Organiser: Blackfriary Archaeology Field School

Venue: Black Friary Archaeology Site

Address: Griffin Park, Trim

Email: info@bafs.ie

Telephone: 0857563671

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlackfriaryFieldschoolIreland

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Blackfriarydig

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/

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Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport,

Car parking available

Wed 16th 14:30 - 17:30.

42 Saturday August 12, 2023 www.meathchronicle.ie

Heritage Week 12-20

August

NATURALLY WILD WITH DALE TREADWELL: THE 5 BS - BUGS, BUTTERFLIES, BATS, BEES AND BIRDS

DALE Treadwell brings you on a journey with the 5 Bs - Bugs, Butterflies, Bats, Bees and Birds. Suitable for ages 5 - 11 years.

Organiser: Meath County Council Library Service and Heritage Office

Venue: Dunshaughlin Library

Address: Main Street, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath

Eircode: A85 KW81

Email: dunshlib@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 01 8250504

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Specifically an event for children,

Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Wed 16th 14:30 - 15:45

DULEEK HOUSE & DULEEK HERITAGE-LED REGENERATION PLAN

TOM McGimsey, Grade 1 Conservation Architect from MESH Architects, gives a talk on his research and work on Duleek House and its links with Duleek Village. Hear about the history of Duleek House, a 17th century Country House located at the edge of Duleek village. On the lands of Duleek House are the remains of the Augustinian House of St Michael of Duleek, a medieval grange or farm formerly a possession of Llanthony Priory. Prior to Tom’s talk the conservation team from Sheridan Woods Architects, will give background and an overview of the Duleek Heritage-Led Regeneration Plan funded by the Heritage Council Historic Town Initiative 2023 and how it will lead to enhancing the heritage, streetscape and public realm in Duleek Village.

Organiser: Meath County Council

Venue: Duleek Courthouse

Address: 5 Main St, Knockisland, Duleek, Co. Meath.

Eircode: A92 TW56

Email: heritage@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Built heritage, Free, Accessible by public transport, Car parking

available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Wed 16th 19:00 - 20:30

MOYNALTY/FARRELL COLLECTION, TALK PRESENTED BY PATRICIA FALLON, ARCHIVIST, MEATH COUNTY LIBRARY

“ALL to one side like Moynalty” : the development of Moynalty Village through the Farrell Moynalty estate Papers. Connect with your local heritage through records of how the village developed around The Farrell Estate. A Talk presented by Patricia Fallon, Archivist, Meath County Library.

Organiser: Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival and Museum

Venue: Steam Threshing Museum, Donore, Moynalty,

Address: Donore, Moynalty

Eircode: A82C6K7

Email: office@moynaltysteamthreshing.ie

Telephone: 046 9244810

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available, Fully

wheelchair accessible, Vision impaired friendly

Wed 16th 19:30 - 20:30

PADDLE TO THE DEVENISH LANDS AT DOWTH WITHIN THE UNESCO WORLD

HERITAGE SITE

PADDLE your way, in one of Boyne Boats handcrafted traditional Irish currachs, to the Brú na Bóinne UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Step off your boat onto the Devenish Lands at Dowth – a farm which is a celebration of perhaps the most important part of Ireland’s living heritage: the food production knowledge and skills that have been passed down through generations since the introduction of farming to Ireland by the Neolithic people who came here 6,000 years ago. The ability of farmers to create plentiful food in the fertile soil of the Boyne Valley has been a key enabling factor in the scale and abundance of monuments and settlements in this valley since that time. This farm alone retains the monuments and evidence of seven distinct historical periods. The Devenish Lands at Dowth is also very special farm with respect to continuing to pass on food production knowledge and skills to future generations through its work developing sustainable agriculture solutions and promoting human health through nutrition.

On the farm, you will walk through the woods and maybe glimpse a herd of wild deer. You will hear about the sustainable agriculture and biodiversity research on the farm. You will enjoy an artisan-produced picnic in a 4,500 year old Neolithic henge. Finally you will visit the newly rediscovered 5,500 year old passage tomb buried beneath the 250 year old Georgian manor house, Dowth Hall. Return home by boat marvelling at the rich biodiversity, history and beauty along the Boyne.

The outdoor tour will take most of the day from 10am to about 4pm. It starts and finishes at Boyne Boats at the sealock on the canal. A medium fitness level is required.

Organiser: Devenish Lands at Dowth and Boyne Boats

Venue: Boyne Boats

Address: Sealock on the canal near Oldbridge main gates,

Eircode: A92 X767

Email: info@boyneboats.ie

Telephone: +353 (0)86 361 6420

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/boyneboats/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/boyneboats

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyneboats/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@boyneboats

Booking Link: boyneboats.ie/experiences

Built heritage, Car parking available

Thu 17th 10:00 - 16:00

BACKGROUND AND FINAL STAGES OF REINSTATING A DRY STONE RETAINING WALL AT KILSKYRE

A short history of Dry Stone Walling in Ireland. The heritage and Biodiversity value of dry stone walls, and a demonstration of the final stages of completing the Dry Stone Retaining Wall Project at Kilskyre, Kells, Co Meath. This was a collaborative project and included a very strong contribution from a Master Builder from the Dry Stone Wall Association of Ireland together with members of the Pride of Place group and Gardeners Dynamic.

Organiser: Kilskyre Pride of Place ‘Habitat group’

Venue: Opposite the Church at Kilskyre

Address: The Old School House, Kilskyre, Kells Co Meath

Eircode: A82 YF72

Email: lill.space4healing@gmail.com

Telephone: 085 7312045

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available

Thu 17th 14:00 - 16:00

5 BS OF BIODIVERSITY: BUGS; BUTTERFLIES; BEES; BATS AND BIRDS - DALE TREADWELL

JOIN Dale Treadwell to learn all about Bugs & Beasties. Dale introduces the children to the 5 Bs of Biodiversity: bugs; butterflies; bees; bats and birds through interactive, fun and hands-on activities, suitable for children from 5 to 12 years of age. This event is free but booking is essential as numbers are limited. The only equipment needed is old clothes and rain gear in case of inclement weather. Email: heritage@ meathcoco.ie to book

Organiser: Office of Public Works and Heritage Office, Meath County Council

Venue: Hill of Tara

Eircode: C15 P44W

Email: heritage@meathcoco.ie

Telephone: 0852539897

Natural heritage, Specifically an event for children, Free, Accessible by

public transport, Car parking available

Thu 17th 15:00 - 16:30

WAR AND CIVIL WAR IN KILMESSAN AND HINTERLANDS

THE Heritage Week talk in Horace Plunkett Hall, Dunsany, is resuming this year, the first one since the pandemic shutdowns. Guest speaker is Jim O’Leary of Kilmessan, author of ‘The Robinstown Affair – A War of Independence Story’.

As we come to the end of the Decade of Commemorations, Jim O’Leary’s talk will address events in Meath one hundred years ago with special reference to the villages of Dunsany and Kilmessan and the neighbouring areas. In particular, his talk will explore how the War of Independence and the subsequent Civil War affected life in the district. Other themes will include electoral politics – there were no fewer than three general elections in the 1921-23 period – land agitation, and what the 1922 Census reveals about the make-up of the local population.

Venue: Horace Plunkett Hall, Dunsany

Thurs 17th Aug, 20.00 - 21.00

OVER NINE WAVES (OF IRISH HISTORY)

A quick-paced, bird’s-eye-view class on Irish history, from the first humans to 1916. This will be a history class like no other, led by an Argentinian immigrant who resides in the outstanding megalithic landscape of Loughcrew, Oldcastle. Journey through the whole story of Ireland, looking down at it from high above, finding patterns, new perspectives, food for thought, other sides and contradictions. An evening of insight, Q+A discussion, and copious amounts of hawthorn tea.

Organiser: Deercun

Venue: Loughcrew Megalithic Centre

Address: Summerbank Lane, Oldcastle, Co. Meath

Eircode: A82 A6N7

Email: hello@deercun.com

Telephone: 0871532225

Booking Link: eventbrite.com/e/over-nine-waves-of-irish-historytickets-672076879037

Cultural heritage, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Fri 18th 19:00-21:00

OÍCHE OIDHREACHTA GHAELTACHT RÁTH CHAIRN

Bígí linn i Ráth Chairn d’oíche oidhreachta le ceol, amhránaíocht, damhsa, scéalaíocht agus scannán gairid ag dul siar ar bhóithrín na smaointe.

Organiser: Coiste Oidhreachta Ráth Chairn

Venue: An Bradán Feasa,

Address: Ráth Chairn; Eircode:

Eircode: C15 E8FT

Email: kathleenuimhealoid@yahoo.com

Telephone: +44861076591

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, As Gaeilge, Free, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Fri 18th 20:00 - 22:30

‘A COMMON GREEN’ A HIDDEN GEM IN THE HEART OF DULEEK VILLAGE.

A guided walk of approx 30-45 minutes across the East Commons located beside the Children’s Playground Station Road. Explore and discover the Botany and History of a Meath Commonage, an area which has been least affected by man, and parts of it may be regarded as remnants of a lost world. This area is available for use for recreation purposes for all the residents of Duleek Village and surrounds. An ideal

location to walk off road, to bring your dog to run free, and to let your children explore. Followed by light refreshments.

Organiser: Duleek Heritage Group

Venue: The Playground car park

Address: Station Road Duleek. Starting 12pm Saturday 19th August.

Followed by light refreshments.

Email: phillarkin7@gmail.com

Telephone: 0879514381

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available

Sat 19th 12:00 - 13:00

LOUGHCREW CAIRNS WALK AND TALK WITH LAR DOOLEY

DISCOVER the wisdom of our ancestors who created the Cairns at Loughcrew over 5,500 years ago. Listen to Lar Dooley a renowned author and guide who has a deep Spiritual connection to the Cairn Complex. Climb Sliabh na Ceallaigh the Hill of the Witch and take in the stunning panoramic firmanent from the highest point in Meath.

Find out about the quest of our Neolithic settlers, the sacred nature of the Hill and its connection to The Cailleach, The Winter Queen. One of a series of free tours organised by The Kingdom of Midhe Tourism Network. An old name, a new way.... Wear appropriate clothing and suitable footwear for an outdoor walk up a steep hill. No dogs allowed.

Organiser: Kingdom of Midhe.

Venue: Loughcrew Megalithic Centre

Address: Summerbank, Oldcastle.

Eircode: A82 A6N7

Email: bartledarcy@gmail.com

Telephone: 0894961617

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.

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Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available

Sat 19th 12:00 - 14:00

SEMINAR ON NAVAN, ITS PEOPLE & ITS PAST

TO celebrate Heritage Week, join Navan & District Historical Society as they present an afternoon of informal talks that celebrate the local history of our area. Eimear Clowry Delaney - ‘Wild About Navan Heritage’; Ken Davis - ‘How Navan Became the Centre of Furniture and Carpet Making in Ireland’; Fr Declan Hurley - ‘St Mary’s Church, Navan, Cathedral or Theatre?’; Clare Ryan - ‘Medieval Navan’.

Following the talks, participate in the conversation over a relaxed tea/ coffee. This event is free but booking is essential. Funded by The Irish Walled Town Network (IWTN) and Meath County Council, Community Grants Scheme. Funded by Meath County Council, Community Grants Scheme. Image use with kind permission of the National Library of Ireland.

Organiser:Navan & District History Society

Venue: Solstice Arts Centre

Address: Railway Street, Navan.

Email: kilcarnarchaeology@gmail.com

Telephone: 0873070300

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NavanHistory

Booking Link: solsticeartscentre.ie/event/heritage-week-navan-itspeople-and-its-past

Register Link: solsticeartscentre.ie/event/heritage-week-navan-itspeople-and-its-past+

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available, Fully wheelchair accessible

Sat 19th 14:00 -15:45

RIVERSIDE CLEAN-UP ALONG THE BOYNE

FOR THIS YEAR’S WATER HERITAGE Day, we will come together to celebrate and explore our local waterways and the unique biodiversity that thrives - but is under threat - along the Navan Ramparts. We will host a riverside clean-up, a biodiversity nature walk, and a guided cycle along the Boyne. All are welcome, registration is required. 10am: Riverside clean-up. 12noon:

Biodiversity nature walk- a look at nature found along the Ramparts. 12noon: River Boyne guided cycle along the Boyne with Navan Cycling Initiative. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. This initiative is run by a cooperative of Meath-based organisations called Boyne Valley Rivers Action Group and includes; Wild About Navan, Boyne Rivers Trust, Trim and Drogheda Tidy Towns, Sonairte Eco Centre, and

Gaelic Woodland Project.

Organiser: Wild About Navan

Venue: Ramparts carpark

Address: Navan

Email: wildaboutnavan@gmail.com

Telephone: 0830538653

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildaboutnavanmeath

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildaboutnavan/

Booking Link: forms.gle/PcTsmKc9MnCV5drh6

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available

Sun 20th 10:00 - 13:00

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Heritage Week 12-20

August

CLEAN UP AND EXPLORE THE HISTORY OF THE RIVER BOYNE & NANNY

FOR This year’s Water Heritage Day, we will come together to celebrate

and explore our local waterways and the unique biodiversity that

thrives - but is under threat - along the Boyne and Nanny. This initiative

is run by a cooperative of Meath-based organisations called Boyne

Valley River Action Group and includes; Wild About Navan, Boyne Rivers

Trust, Trim and Drogheda Tidy Towns, Sonairte Eco Centre, and Gaelic

Woodland Project.

Venues : Trim, Navan, Oldbridge, and Sonairte Eco Centre.

Organiser: Boyne Valley Rivers Action Group

Email: wildaboutnavan@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildaboutnavanmeath

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildaboutnavan/

Booking Link: forms.gle/PcTsmKc9MnCV5drh6

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available

Sun 20th 10:00 - 14:00

BOYNE RIVERSIDE CLEAN-UP & KICK SAMPLING DEMONSTRATION IN

TRIM

FOR this year’s Water Heritage Day, we will come together to celebrate and explore our local waterways and the unique biodiversity that thrives - but is under threat - along the Boyne in Trim. We will host a riverside clean-up, followed by a kick sampling demonstration to explore the invertebrate life of the river with local expert. This initiative is run by a cooperative of Meath-based organisations called Boyne Valley Rivers Action Group including; Wild About Navan, Boyne Rivers Trust, Trim and Drogheda Tidy Towns, Sonairte Eco Centre, and Gaelic Woodland Project.

Organiser: Trim Tidy Towns

Venue: Public carpark next to Aldi, Trim.

Email: trimtidytowns1@gmail.com

Sun 20th 10:00 -14:00

RIVERSIDE CLEAN-UP ALONG THE BOYNE AT OLDBRIDGE

A riverside clean-up, followed by Boyne Logboats talk with local expert.

10am: Riverside clean-up. 12 noon: Boyne Log Boats Talk. This initiative is run by a cooperative of Meath-based organisations called Boyne Valley Rivers Action Group and includes; Wild About Navan, Boyne Rivers Trust, Trim and Drogheda Tidy Towns, Sonairte Eco Centre, and Gaelic Woodland Project.

Organiser: Boyne Rivers Trust

Venue: Oldbridge

Email: boynetrust@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoyneRiversTrust

Twitter: https://twitter.com/boynerivertrust?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boyneriverstrust/

Booking Link: forms.gle/PcTsmKc9MnCV5drh6

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free

Sun 20th 10:00 - 13:00

BIODIVERSITY NATURE WALK- A LOOK AT NATURE FOUND ALONG

THE RAMPARTS.

EXPLORE our local waterway and the unique biodiversity that thrives - but is under threat - along the Navan Ramparts with Wild About Navan’s botany enthusiast, Sinead Garry.

Organiser: Wild About Navan

Venue: Ramparts carpark

Email: wildaboutnavan@gmail.com

Telephone: 0830538653

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildaboutnavanmeath

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildaboutnavan/

Booking Link: forms.gle/PcTsmKc9MnCV5drh6

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public

transport, Car parking available

Sun 20th 12:00 - 13:00

GUIDED CYCLE WITH GEOLOGIST, ROBBIE MEEHAN AND NAVAN CYCLING INITIATIVE.

A guided cycle along the Boyne with Geologist, Robbie Meehan and Navan Cycling Initiative. Explore our local waterways and the unique geodiversity that thrives - along the Navan Ramparts.

Organiser: Wild About Navan

Venue: Ramparts carpark

Email: wildaboutnavan@gmail.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildaboutnavanmeath

Twitter: https://twitter.com/navancycling

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wildaboutnavan/

Booking Link: eventbrite.com/e/water-heritage-day-river-boyneguided-cycle-tickets-682657947297

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available

Sun 20th 12:00- 13:00

GUIDED WALK WITH ECOLOGIST ALONG THE RIVER NANNY

Organiser: Sonairte Eco Centre

Venue: Sonairte Eco Centre

Address: The Ninch, Laytown Co. Meath

Email: hello@sonairte.ie

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sonairte/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonairte.ie/?hl=en

Booking Link: forms.gle/PcTsmKc9MnCV5drh6

Natural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available

Sun 20th 12:00 - 14:00

FULLY RESTORED SEVENARCH, PACK HORSE BRIDGE

IN 2008 Scurlogstown Olympiad commenced a study of an old stone bridge. Initally believed to date from late 17th or early 19th century, the recording of a major bridge at Laracor in Downs Survey in late 17th, would suggest the 40” passageway predated the Laracor structure. It was in regular use by school children prior to the introduction of bus transport with free education in 1960s, and was fortunate to avoid destruction at the time of the Boyne Drainage. Most importantly two land owners Toss Harrington and Pat Conlon have facilated and encourage the extensive restoration. Donough Cahill, Executive Director, Irish Georgian Society (IGS), will deliver an address.

Scurlogstown Olympiad acknowledge the support of IGS, Meath County Council and the Heritage Council throughout the project and also the support of James Howley, Lisa Edden and Rock Stone Co Ltd.

Organiser: Scurlogstown Olympiad Ltd

Venue: Heritage Garden,opp, Jack Quinn’s Scurlogstown

Email: paulkerr.j@gmail.com

Telephone: 087 6441182

Facebook: https://trimhaymakingfestival.com/latest-news/

Booking Link: trimhaymakingfestival.com/latest-news

Built heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Car parking available.

Sun 20th, 14.00

Meath Barn Owl Survey 2023

Dr Alan McCarthy, Birdwatch Ireland will present a talk on one of Ireland’s most iconic and magical birds, the Barn Owl. The findings of the Meath Barn Owl Survey will also be presented.

This project was funded the by the Heritage Council and Meath County Council as an action of the County Meath Heritage Plan.

Organiser: Birdwatch Ireland, Birdwatch Ireland Meath Branch and Heritage Office, Meath County Council

Venue: Meath County Council, Buvinda House, Navan

Address: Dublin Road, Navan, Co. Meath

Eircode: C15 Y291

Email:heritage@meathcoco.ie

Natural heritage, Free, Car parking available

Thursday 17th 19:00 - 20.00

Typography of the Everyday Walk

Typographic heritage is all around us, under our feet and above our heads, sometimes overlooked but it connects us with our past. Join Mark Smith, Creative Director, Kells Type Trail on a walk of Typography of the Everyday, something that we can often over look, we’ll also be including legacy pieces from the back catalog of Type Trails now in its 14th year… Come along and find out a little more about the Heritage of Typography on our streets.

Organiser: Kells Type Trail

Venue: The Parnell Garden (opposite Kells Credit Union)

Address: Kenlis Place, Kells

Email: kellstypetrail@gmail.com

Telephone: 0852539897

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KellsTypeTrail/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2FKellsTypeTrail

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kells_typetrail/

Cultural heritage, Suitable for families, Free, Accessible by public transport

Wed 16th 19:00 - 20:30

National Heritage Week will take place from 12th – 20th August 2023 and this year celebrates the theme of Living Heritage. All events can be found on heritageweek.ie