Event Guide 23rd-31st August 2014 23 - 31 Lúnasa 2014 Discover the past. Build the future Aimsigh an t-am atá caite. Tóg an todhchaí Clár Imeachtaí Contae Dhún na nGall

www.heritageweek.ie Cover Photograph: The built heritage of our historic towns, such as Moville, makes a valuable contribution to our sense of place and identity, and to making our towns attractive places to live, work and visit. As part of the implementation of the County Donegal Heritage Plan, the County Donegal Heritage Office, Donegal County Council in association with the County Donegal Heritage Forum and The Heritage Council is organising a lecture and workshop series to provide advice and information on the establishment of civic trusts in County Donegal’s historic towns in order to conserve our built heritage and the character of our streetscapes. Further details are available on the County Donegal Heritage Office website at: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

Grianghraf ar an chlúdach: Cuireann an oidhreacht thógtha inár mbailte stairiúla, ar nós Bhun an Phobail, lenár bhféiniúlacht agus lenár ndúchas, agus cuireann sí le mealltacht ár mbailte mar áiteanna le cónaí iontu, obair iontu agus cuairt a dhéanamh iontu. Mar chuid de chur i bhfeidhm Phlean Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall, tá Oifig Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall, Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall, i gcomhar le Fóram Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall agus an Chomhairle Oidhreachta, ag reáchtáil sraith de léachtaí agus de cheardlanna chun eolas agus comhairle a thabhairt i dtaca le bunú roinnt iontaobhas sibhialta i mbailte stairiúla Chontae Dhún na nGall lenár n-oidhreacht thógtha agus carachtar ár sráid-dreach a chaomhnú. Tá tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ar shuíomh idirlín Oifig Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall ag: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

‘Heritage Week’ in County Donegal lends support to the following initiatives: Tugann ‘an tSeachtain Oidhreacha’ i gContae Dhún na nGall tacaíocht do na tograí seo a leanas:

1 WELCOME TO ‘HERITAGE WEEK’ IN COUNTY DONEGAL National Heritage Week provides a great opportunity for people to experience and engage with their built, cultural and natural heritage. County Donegal is one of the places to be during National Heritage Week with over 90 events taking place throughout the county, over 20 of which are organised or hosted by Cultural Services, Donegal County Council. National Heritage Week is coordinated by The Heritage Council & Local Authority Heritage Officers with support from the Department of Arts, Heritage & the Gaeltacht and Fáilte .

The success of Heritage Week in County Donegal lies with the many people, heritage organisations, museums, heritage centres and community groups that organise events to focus attention on the local heritage that helps to define County Donegal’s sense of place. The tremendous efforts (often on a voluntary basis) of these enthusiastic and committed people reinforce the reputation of ‘Heritage Week’ as a truly countywide and national event in the annual calendar. The County Donegal Heritage Office, Donegal County Council has compiled this booklet containing a selection of events taking place for ‘National Heritage Week’ in County Donegal. Participants are advised to confirm details of events in advance. Contact details have been identified for each of the events listed. Whether you’re a resident of, or a visitor to, County Donegal there are many heritage events to enjoy and inspire so be one of the ‘Generations Exploring Heritage Together’ during National Heritage Week this year!

Joseph Gallagher Heritage Officer

Updates on ‘National Heritage Week’ events are available on: www.heritageweek.ie A day-to-day listing of events and times is available at: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

1 2 Fáilte go dtí an tSeachtain Oidhreachta i gContae Dhún na nGall

Tugann an tSeachtain Oidhreachta Náisiúnta deis iontach do dhaoine sult agus tairbhe a bhaint as a n-oidhreacht thógtha, chultúrtha agus nádúrtha. Tá Contae Dhún na nGall i measc na n-áiteanna le bheith iontu le linn na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta mar go mbeidh breis agus 90 imeacht ar siúl ar fud an chontae, agus breis agus 20 ceann acu sin á reáchtáil nó á n-óstáil ag na Seirbhísí Cultúrtha, Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall. Tá an tSeachtain Oidhreachta Náisiúnta á comhordú ag an Chomhairle Oidhreachta agus Oifigigh Oidhreachta na nÚdarás Áitiúil le tacaíocht ón Roinn Ealaíon, Oidreachta agus Gaeltachta agus Fáilte Éireann.

Bíonn rath agus ráchairt ar an tSeachtain Oidhreachta i gContae Dhún na nGall de bharr an oiread daoine, eagraíochtaí oidhreachta, iarsmalanna, ionaid oidhreachta agus coistí pobail a reáchtálann imeachtaí chun aird a dhíriú ar an oidhreacht áitiúil a chuidíonn le dúchas Dhún na nGall a leagan amach. Tá dea-chlú na Seachtaine Oidhreachta mar imeacht uile-chontae agus náisiúnta gach bliain ag brath go mór ar an tsár-obair (go minic ar bhonn deonach) a dhéanann na daoine díograiseacha dúthrachtacha seo. Tá an leabhrán seo, ina bhfuil rogha agus togha imeachtaí a bheas ar siúl i gContae Dhún na nGall le linn na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta, curtha i dtoll a chéile ag Oifig Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall, Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall. Iarrtar ar rannpháirtithe sonraí na n-imeachtaí a dheimhniú roimh ré. Tá sonraí teagmhála curtha ar fáil do na himeachtaí atá liostaithe. Is cuma má tá cónaí ort sa chontae, nó más cuairteoir ar Chontae Dhún na nGall tú, tá neart imeachtaí oidhreachta ann le sult a bhaint astu, nó le tú a spreagadh, mar sin de, bí páirteach leis na ‘Glúnta ar spéis leo an Oidhreacht le chéile’ le linn na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta i mbliana!

Seosamh Ó Gallachóir Oifigeach Oidhreachta

Tá an scéal is déanaí i dtaca leis an tSeachtain Oidhreachta Náisiúnta ar fáil ar: www.heritageweek.ie

Tá liosta de na himeachtaí laethúla, chomh maith le clár ama, ar fáil ar: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

3 ANNAGRY COMMUNITY HALL & DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM Halla Pobail Anagaire & Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall ‘Before I Joined The Army’ Exhibition: those from the Lower Rosses who died as a result of World Wars will be commemorated at a series of events to be held in Annagry Community Hall. The commemoration will begin on Monday evening (August 25) with an ecumenical service followed by the opening of a five-day exhibition run in conjunction with Donegal County Museum’s unique travelling exhibition ‘Before I Joined The Army’ on the contribution of men and women to the First World War. Dates: Tuesday, August 26 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Community Hall, Annagry FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Jimmy Duffy Telephone: (087) 193 5066 E-mail: [email protected]

ANNAGRY COMMUNITY HALL Halla Pobail Anagaire ‘Forgotten Sons: Remembering Lower Rosses Men Who Fell in the Great War’: this event will commemorate, for the first time, the Lower Rosses men who have died as a result of World Wars. A visual presentation and exhibition of personal items relating to them will be on display. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Venue: Community Hall, Annagry FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Jimmy Duffy Telephone: (087) 193 5066 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.annagrycommunity.com

3 4 AN tSEAN BHEAIRIC, FALCARRAGH An tSean Bheairic, An Fál Carrach Cloughaneely Heritage in 10 Items: an exhibition featuring ten things of importance to the heritage of Cloughaneely. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: An tSean Bheairic, Falcarragh FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: An tSean Bheairic Telephone: (074) 918 0655 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.falcarraghvisitorcentre.com

AN TAISCE – DONEGAL ASSOCIATION An Taisce – Cumann Dhún na nGall Guided Heritage Walk in Ramelton: Deirdra Friel, local historian will be the guide. Ramelton: ‘The Holy City’ of eight churches, Makemie, industries, the port, sportsmen and much more. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Meet: Gamble Square, Ramelton FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Noel Foley Telephone: (087) 251 5525 E-mail: [email protected]

5 BALLYBOFEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Bhealach Féich A Decade of Change: Donegal and Ireland 1912-1923: exhibition of a document study pack produced by Donegal County Archives. Dates: Tuesday, August 26 - Friday, August 29, 2014 Times: 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (Tuesday); 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (Wednesday & Friday) & 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Thursday) Venue: Ballybofey Community Library, Navenney Street, Ballybofey FREE Full Wheelchair Access Contact: Eva Browne Telephone: (074) 917 5384 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

BALLYBOFEY, STRANORLAR & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Cumann Staire Cheantar Bhealach Féich & Shrath an Urláir Local Historical Exhibition: an exhibition of historical artefacts and records from Ballybofey, Stranorlar and surrounding areas. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Venue: Butt Hall, Main Street, Ballybofey FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Ballybofey, Stranorlar & District Historical Society Telephone: (074) 913 1353 / (087) 278 8291 E-mail: [email protected]

5 6 BIRDWATCH IRELAND Cairde Éanlaith Éireann Heritage Walk: a guided walk taking in the cultural and wildlife highlights of the island, to include the work BirdWatch Ireland is doing for corncrakes, with the help of Heritage Council funding. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Meet: Outside Harbour View Hotel, FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Anita Donaghy Telephone: (074) 912 9905 E-mail: [email protected]

BUNCRANA COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Bhun Cranncha Photographic Exhibition: Camera Club will present their latest photographic exhibition. Come along and see the beautiful photographs celebrating our natural heritage. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Venue: Buncrana Community Library, St. Mary’s Road, Buncrana FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Buncrana Community Library Telephone: (074) 936 1941 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

7 BUNCRANA COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Bhun Cranncha Guided Heritage Tour of Buncrana and its Environs: a wonderful opportunity to learn about the history and landmarks of this popular seaside town. Presented by the West Historical Society. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Venue: Buncrana Community Library, St. Mary’s Road, Buncrana FREE (Booking Required) Partial wheelchair access Contact: Buncrana Community Library Telephone: (074) 936 1941 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

BUNDORAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Bhun Dobhráin 100 years of Democracy: The History of Bundoran Town Council: an exhibition examining the history and artifacts of Bundoran Town Council. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Venue: Bundoran Community Library, Station Road, Bundoran FREE Full Wheelchair Access Contact: Bundoran Community Library Telephone: (071) 982 9665 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

7 8 BUNDORAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY & DISCOVER BUNDORAN Leabharlann Phobail Bhun Dobhráin, & Cuir Aithne ar Bhun Dobhráin 100 Years of Democracy: Time Capsule Sealing. Celebrating the History of Bundoran Town Council, we will be sealing a time capsule for 25 years in the library. Inside will be photographs and memorabilia of the area and projects from local schools. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. Venue: Bundoran Community Library, Station Road, Bundoran FREE Full Wheelchair Access Contact: Bundoran Community Library Telephone: (071) 982 9665 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

BURTONPORT HERITAGE GROUP Coiste Oidhreachta Ailt an Chorráin Burtonport Railway Exhibition: photographs, documents and artefacts relating to the Letterkenny and Burtonport Extension Railway (1903-1940), focusing on the line from Burtonport to Crolly. The venue is close to the newly-reclaimed Burtonport Old Railway Walk. Visitors can also see two other exhibitions on the local history of the Burtonport area Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Monday – Saturday) & 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Sunday) Venue: St. Columba’s Community Centre, Acres, Burtonport FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Burtonport Heritage Group Telephone: (086) 122 0551 E-mail: [email protected]

9 BURTONPORT HERITAGE GROUP Coiste Oidhreachta Ailt an Chorráin Burtonport Railway Heritage Walk: a walk along the track bed of the Letterkenny and Burtonport extension railway (1903-1940). The walk is about seven kilometres and ends at Burtonport Community Centre where a railway exhibition can be seen. Beginning at O’Donnell’s Bar, originally a Railway Hotel, one of two hotels once in Burtonport, taking in spectacular coastal scenery and a range of railway buildings & stations that still exist. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Meet: O’Donnell’s (Railway Hotel) Bar, Burtonport Cost: €5 (Adult) / FREE (Child) / €10 (Concession) Full wheelchair access Contact: Burtonport Heritage Group Telephone: (086) 122 0551 E-mail: [email protected]

BURTONPORT HERITAGE GROUP Coiste Oidhreachta Ailt an Chorráin Burtonport Cooperage: a guided heritage walk through Burtonport’s heritage from its beginning in the 1780s, focusing on the varied history of the ‘Cooperage’ which dates from the 1840s. The Cooperage began as a grain store, then served as a fever hospital, a soup kitchen in the Great Famine, and was for almost 20 years the local Church until it was bought by the Congested Districts Board for training coopers and making barrels for the fishing industry. Date: Thursday, August 28, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Meet: St. Columba’s National School, Acres, Burtonport FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Burtonport Heritage Group Telephone: (086) 406 0006 E-mail: [email protected]

9 10 CARNDONAGH COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Charn Domhnach Local History Walk: annual local history walk of the surrounding area with local historian Dessie McCallion. The walk will leave and return to the library. Refreshments will be served on return. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Meet: Carndonagh Community Library, Public Services Centre, Malin Road, Carndonagh FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Carndonagh Community Library Telephone: (074) 937 3701 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

CARNDONAGH COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Charn Domhnach Changing Faces of Carndonagh: a pictorial exhibition of the history of Carndonagh. Dates: Tuesday, August 26 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Venue: Carndonagh Community Library, Public Services Centre, Malin Road, Carndonagh FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Carndonagh Community Library Telephone: (074) 937 3701 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

11 CAVANACOR GALLERY, BALLINDRAIT Gailearaí an Chabháin Chorr, Baile an Droichid ‘Songs of the Sea’ by Sean Fingleton. An exhibition of landscape and seascape paintings of Glencolmcille by renowned artist Sean Fingleton. He is among the leading exponents of seascape and landscape in Ireland. In this recent series of paintings he explorers the unique Atlantic coast cliff faces and shoreline of Glencolmcille. Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Cavanacor Gallery, Cavanacor Historic House, Ballindrait, Lifford FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Eddie O’Kane Telephone: (074) 914 1143 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.cavanacorgallery.ie

CENTRAL LIBRARY, LETTERKENNY An Lárleabharlann, Leitir Ceanainn The Great Donegal Bake Off, 1930s Style: why not come along and sample some delicious home baking? The recipes have been taken from Donegal newspapers published in the 1930s. Date: Friday, August 29, 2014 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Venue: Central Library, Oliver Plunkett Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Una Matthewson Telephone: (074) 912 4950 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

11 12 CENTRAL LIBRARY, LETTERKENNY An Lárleabharlann, Leitir Ceanainn ‘Cumann na mBan in Donegal’: eminent local historian Helen Meehan delivers a talk on the history and legacy of Cumann na mBan in Donegal. Date: Thursday, August 28, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Venue: Central Library, Oliver Plunkett Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Una Matthewson Telephone: (074) 912 4950 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

CENTRAL LIBRARY, LETTERKENNY An Lárleabharlann, Leitir Ceanainn The Great Donegal Bake Off 1930s Style Exhibition: an exhibition displaying traditional home baking recipes taken from Donegal newspapers during the 1930s. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Monday, August 25 - Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Monday – Wednesday & Friday); 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Thursday) & 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: Central Library, Oliver Plunkett Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Una Matthewson Telephone: (074) 912 4950 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

13 CLIVE SYMMONS Open House: Visit to North Donegal Vernacular Cottage. A chance to visit and view a traditional north Donegal vernacular cottage which has been carefully restored. The cottage belongs to Dr. Clive Symmons who is co-author of ‘The Disappearing Irish Cottage: a case study of North Donegal’. He will be on hand to talk about such cottages’ unique features. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Venue: Bridie’s Cottage, Roshine, near Dunfanaghy FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Clive Symmons Telephone: (041) 982 5614 E-mail: [email protected]

COLGAN HERITAGE, CARNDONAGH Oidhreacht Mhic Colgáin, Carn Domhnach A Century of Change: celebrating 100 Years of the John Colgan Memorial Hall. An exhibition of photographs, posters, articles, diary extracts and more for the last two centuries. The main exhibition will be in Colgan Hall with a small section in Carndonagh Community Library. Dates: Sunday, August 24 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Venue: Colgan Hall, Carndonagh & Carndonagh Community Library FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Colgan Heritage Carndonagh Telephone: (087) 742 8933 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.colganhall.com

13 14 CRÓ NA mBRAONÁIN RED GROUSE SANCTUARY, FINTOWN Cró na mBraonáin, Baile na Finne Walk to Seek Out the Elusive Red Grouse: a moderate hill walk, on Achla Mountain, to seek out the rare and elusive red grouse. A sighting will be a huge bonus but certainly you will find spoor and bring away a feather and lots of knowledge. Dress appropriate to the weather. Comfortable walking boots a must, a bottle of water also, walking pole if you use one. Light snacks to boost energy will be provided. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 8:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Meet at the home of Declan Brennan FREE (Booking Required) No wheelchair access Contact: Declan & Joseph Brennan Telephone: (085) 174 6771 E-mail: [email protected]

CUMANN STAIRE CHLOICH CHEANN FHAOLA Mass in 13th-Century Graveyard / Aifreann i Reilig don 13ú aois. Tullaghbegley Graveyard is one mile south of Falcarragh. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Venue: Tullaghbegley Graveyard, Tullaghbegley, Falcarragh FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Maire Nic Suibhne Telephone: (074) 913 5300 E-mail: [email protected]

15 DERMOT MC LAUGHLIN Nature Walk at Inch Lake: explore the amazing wildlife along Inch Lake. Walk leaders are local wildlife enthusiasts. Safe and suitable for children. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Meet: Pump House Car Park, Inch Level FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Dermot McLaughlin Telephone: (087) 741 2044 E-mail: [email protected]

DISCOVER BUNDORAN Cuir Aithne ar Bhun Dobhráin Bundoran’s Heritage Weekend: this year Bundoran is hosting a history-packed weekend for Heritage Week 2014. The festival will feature historical talks, drama, debates, an extensive railway exhibition, book launch and much more. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Venue: Retail Park, Station Road, Bundoran FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Discover Bundoran Telephone: (071) 984 1350 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.discoverbundoran.com

15 16 DONEGAL CASTLE – OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS Caisleán Dhún na nGall - Oifig na nOibreacha Poiblí Family Fun Day at Donegal Castle: a day of fun for all the family with guided tours, arts and crafts. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Venue: Donegal Castle, Donegal Town FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Seán McLoone Telephone: (074) 972 2405 E-mail: [email protected]

DONEGAL CASTLE – OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS Caisleán Dhún na nGall - Oifig na nOibreacha Poiblí Medieval Magic Family Day: a fun day for all the family with a medieval magic show and guided tours taking place throughout the day. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Venue: Donegal Castle, Donegal Town FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Seán McLoone Telephone: (074) 972 2405 E-mail: [email protected]

17 DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn ‘Letterkenny Women’ Exhibition: looks at the role of women in the development of Letterkenny as a town and community, focusing on the workhouse and profiling influential women in the town. Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Monday – Wednesday & Saturday); 9:15 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Thursday & Friday) & 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) Venue: Courtyard Shopping Centre, Main Street, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie

DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY & EARAGAIL ARTS FESTIVAL Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn & Féile Ealaíne an Earagail Festival Heads: a visual representation of Mark Graham’s quest to attend three festivals in Ireland every week for an entire year. At many festivals and events, the cameras usually point towards the acts, installations and attractions; Festival Heads focuses on the most important festival ingredient, the things that adds colour, dynamic and life to all events – the audience. The photographs in this exhibition and his book ‘A Year of Festivals in Ireland’ celebrate the spirit and spark of devilment that make Irish festivals unique. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Monday, August 25 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday) & 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie 17 18 DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY & LETTERKENNY TIDY TOWNS COMMITTEE Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn & Coiste Bailte Slachtmhara Leitir Ceanainn Letterkenny Tidy Towns ‘Down through the Years’ Exhibition shows the changes throughout the years and the huge effort Letterkenny Town has put into competing in the National Tidy Towns’ Competition and its awards. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Monday, August 25 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday) & 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie

DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn ‘Traditional Homes in the County Donegal Landscape’: an illustrated presentation on the vernacular architecture of County Donegal by Greg Stevenson & Joseph Gallagher, authors of the ‘Traditional Cottages of County Donegal’ book. County Donegal is home to one of the greatest concentrations of traditional cottages in Ireland but this aspect of our built heritage is disappearing. Come along and help celebrate and advocate the conservation of one of the iconic aspects of County Donegal’s heritage. Date: Monday, August 25, 2014 Time: 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie

19 DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn Local Features & Names Mapping Project: members of the public and local heritage groups are invited to come along to learn how to use Ordnance Survey mapping to record local field names, land feature names and road names. With the passage of time, local names are falling out of use and being lost. The website allows local communities to get together to start recording these names on to maps, to identify a particular field and name it and to add an explanation/ story. Once recorded, these local names are captured forever in a database. A limited number of PCs will be available for use and there will be staff to help out on how to use the system. Dates: Tuesday, August 26 – Thursday, August 28, 2014 Times: 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie

DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY & DONEGAL COUNTY ARCHIVES Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn & Cartlann Chontae Dhún na nGall ‘A Refuge or a Prison’ - The Letterkenny Workhouse: Dr. Niamh Brennan, Donegal County Archivist, will give an illustrated talk on the history and archives of the Letterkenny Workhouse during the nineteenth century. Date: Thursday, August 28, 2014 Time: 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny, FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie 19 20 DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM, LETTERKENNY Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall, Leitir Ceanainn ‘Turning the Pages’: join staff of the Civil Registration Service to turn the pages of the Births, Deaths & Marriages Registers and they will advise you on researching their archives from mid-nineteenth century onwards. They will take you through the ongoing creation of modern-day records and the researching of our archives from mid-nineteenth century onwards. Date: Friday, August 29, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Venue: Donegal County Museum, High Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Caroline Carr Telephone: (074) 912 4613 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie

DONEGAL GAA CLG Dhún na nGall Our Club’s Past: GAA clubs in County Donegal will exhibit old photographs and memorabilia in towns throughout County Donegal. Dates: Saturday, August 23 - Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Venue: Various venues throughout County Donegal FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Donegal GAA E-mail: [email protected]

21 DONEGAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY Cumann Staire Dhún na nGall Field Day: we begin with a briefing about the history and heritage of Rann na Feirste, then visit the statue of Cardinal Tomás Ó Fiaich where we hear of his association with the area. We will visit places associated with the ’s history since the first people came to live there in 1736. We return to Áislann Rann na Feirste around 5.00pm where we will have a look at some artifacts. Refreshments will be available there. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meet: Áislann Rann na Feirste FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Una McGarrigle Telephone: (087) 226 1378 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalhistory.com

DONEGAL RAILWAY RESTORATION LIMITED Athchóiriú Iarnróid Dhún na nGall Teoranta Model Railway Exhibition: we have working model layouts of Donegal Town and Letterkenny, and we also have a small ride-on train for children. Not only for railway enthusiasts but fun for all the family. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24, 2014 Times: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Bundoran Retail Park, Station Road, Bundoran Cost: €3 (Adult)/€2 (Child)/€10 (2 Adults & 3 Children) Full wheelchair access Contact: Donegal Railway Restoration Ltd Telephone: (074) 972 2655 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalrailway.com

21 22 DUNFANAGHY WORKHOUSE Teach Bocht Dhún Fionnachaidh Wee Hannah & Workhouse Exhibitions: Wee Hannah tells her moving story of famine survival and her stay in the Workhouse. The exhibitions explain the Workhouse and what it was like living in rural Ireland during the famine. Dates: Sunday, August 24 & Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Venue: The Workhouse, Figart, Dunfanaghy FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Dunfanaghy Workhouse Telephone: (074) 913 6540 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dunfanaghyworkhouse.ie

DUNFANAGHY WORKHOUSE Teach Bocht Dhún Fionnachaidh Step Back in Time: fascinating film footage of the Dunfanaghy and surrounding areas from 1935 to 1965. Kindly donated to the Workhouse by the Metcalfe family. Dates: Monday, August 25 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: The Workhouse, Figart, Dunfanaghy FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Dunfanaghy Workhouse Telephone: (074) 913 6540 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dunfanaghyworkhouse.ie

23 ERRATIC MAKERS, DUNGLOE An Clochán Liath Animation Workshop: learn how to produce a basic stop motion animation through the medium of local folklore. One family group at a time as space is limited. Each session will last about 45 minutes and will involve making models and filming them. Research and/or bring any local myths or legends which might be suitable for animation. We will provide materials as well. Date: Monday, August 25, 2014 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Venue: Erratic Makers, Main Street, Dungloe Cost: €10 (Booking Required) Partial wheelchair access Contact: Patricia Makinson Telephone: (083) 323 3887 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.erraticmakers.com

ERRATIC MAKERS, DUNGLOE An Clochán Liath Children’s Book Reading: children’s writer, Malachy Doyle, will be reading from some of his books including ‘Tales of Old Ireland’. Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Venue: Erratic Makers, Main Street, Dungloe FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Patricia Makinson Telephone: (083) 323 3887 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.erraticmakers.com

23 24 EVIL EYE FESTIVAL, CLOUGHANEELY Féile na Súile Nimhe, Cloich Cheann Fhaola Immerse yourself in the land of yore and watch the mythological story of Balor, the Evil Eye, and his grandson Lúgh Lámhfhada come to life through large-scale puppetry, drama and dance. Test your skills in our quest to find Lúgh, try your hand at foraging for food on a wildlife walk, or visit Balor’s realm on Tory Island. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Saturday) & 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) Venue: Cloughaneely FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Kathleen Gallagher Telephone: (086) 404 0035 E-mail: [email protected]

FORT DUNREE MUSEUM, BUNCRANA & DONEGAL COUNTY MUSEUM Iarsmalann an Dúin Riabhaigh, Bun Cranncha & Iarsmalann Chontae Dhún na nGall ‘Donegal Sporting Heroes’ Exhibition: on loan from Donegal County Museum in partnership with the Donegal Sports Partnership, the exhibition gives County Donegal an opportunity to celebrate, question and debate all its sporting heroes past and present with many significant achievements and developments over the years. Many of these sporting heroes are household names not just in County Donegal but all across the sporting world and they represent a sample of the positive relationship with Donegal and sport. Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Monday – Saturday) & 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Sunday) Venue: Museum, Linsfort, Buncrana FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: David Magee Telephone: (074) 936 3922 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dunree.pro.ie 25 FORT DUNREE MILITARY MUSEUM, BUNCRANA Iarsmalann Mhíleata an Dúin Riabhaigh, Bun Cranncha An Evening of Storytelling & Song: come along and experience this entertaining night of storytelling and song in a unique location. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Venue: Saldanha Suite, Fort Dunree, Dunree, Linsfort, Buncrana FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: David Magee Telephone: (074) 936 1817 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.dunree.pro.ie

GLEBE HOUSE & GALLERY – OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS Teach agus Gailearaí na Gléibe – Oifig na nOibreacha Poiblí Craft, Art & Country Market: a wonderful mixture of local art, craft and country markets, music, dance and children’s activities. A great day out for all the family. Come and celebrate the best of Donegal. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Venue: The Glebe House & Gallery, Church Hill FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Adrian Kelly Telephone: (074) 913 7071 E-mail: [email protected]

25 26 GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Free Castle Tour: few buildings in Ireland can boast as fine a setting as Glenveagh Castle. Many of the rooms still have the furnishings from the last private owner. Translation booklets are available from the Castle desk. The duration of the tour is 40 minutes. Dates: Saturdays, August 23 & 30 & Sundays, August 24 & 31, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Glenveagh Castle, Glenveagh National Park, Church Hill FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Glenveagh National Park Telephone: (0761) 002 551 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Free Shuttle Bus Trip: shuttle bus from the Visitor Centre along the lakeside to Glenveagh Castle. Wheelchair-accessible bus available on request. Dates: Saturdays, August 23 & 30 & Sundays, August 24 & 31, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Glenveagh Castle, Glenveagh National Park, Church Hill FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Glenveagh National Park Telephone: (0761) 002 551 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

27 GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Traditional Irish Music & Song in the Castle Orangerie. Come along and join the craic! Dates: Saturdays, August 23 & 30; Wednesday, August 27 & Sundays, August 24 & 31, 2014 Times: 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Venue: Glenveagh Castle, Glenveagh National Park, Church Hill FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Glenevagh National Park Telephone: (0761) 002 551 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Family Nature Walk: enjoy a stroll through the woods and learn about the wonders of our natural heritage, with hands-on activities for children and fascinating facts for the grown-ups. Walk will last approximately one hour via a rough track/trail -suitable for most ages and sturdy pushchairs/prams. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. (Saturday) & 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. (Wednesday) Venue: Visitor Centre, Glenveagh National Park, Church Hill FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Gleveagh National Park Telephone: (0761) 002 693 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

27 28 GLENVEAGH NATIONAL PARK Páirc Náisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha Garden Tour of Glenveagh Castle: a guided tour of the castle’s gardens from a member of the gardens’ staff. Dates: Monday, August 25 - Friday, August 29, 2014 Times: 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Venue: Glenveagh Castle Reception, Glenveagh National Park, Church Hill FREE (Booking Required) Partial wheelchair access Contact: Seán Ó Gaoithin Telephone: (0761) 002 692 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.glenveaghnationalpark.ie

INISHOWEN MARITIME MUSEUM, GREENCASTLE Iarsmalann Mara Inis Eoghain, An Caisleán Nua Communications - History of Malin Head. ‘Communications’ is an exhibition about Malin Head’s role as a strategic point of communication. There will be visual displays, talks and demonstrations using communication devices both past and present. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Inishowen Maritime Museum & Planetarium, Greencastle FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Inishowen Maritime Museum Telephone: (074) 938 1363 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.inishowenmaritime.com

29 INISHOWEN TOURISM Turasóireacht Inis Eoghain Self-Guided Buncrana Heritage Trail: explore the self-guided Buncrana Heritage Trail which is a 3.6 kilometre walking tour of the historic town of Buncrana. Learn about Buncrana Castle, Castle Bridge, Swan Park, the West End and much more. Fully signposted, self-guided walking trail with trail publication available at Buncrana Tourist Office. Dates: Saturday, August 23 - Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Venue: Buncrana FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Inishowen Tourism Telephone: (074) 936 2600 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.visitinishowen.com

INISHOWEN TOURISM Turasóireacht Inis Eoghain Self-Guided Inishowen Heritage Trail: follow the Inishowen Heritage Trail and enjoy this fascinating 14-stop historical tour of this scenic peninsula. Visit castles, ancient forts, stone circles and high crosses. Inishowen Heritage Trail is self- guided with the trail guide available at tourist offices in Carndonagh & Buncrana or downloadable online from www.visitinishowen.com. The guide gives GPS coordinates, directions and the history of each monument. Dates: Saturday, August 23 - Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Venue: Inishowen Peninsula FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Inishowen Tourism Telephone: (074) 936 2600 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.visitinishowen.com

29 30 INVER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CO-OP SOCIETY Comharchumann Forbartha Pobail Inbhir Traditional Music & Song: a night of traditional music and songs with light refreshments served. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 10:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. Venue: Inver Community Centre, Coolshannon, Inver FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Inver Community Development Co-Op Society Telephone: (074) 973 6166 E-mail: [email protected]

IONAD TEAMPAILL CHRÓINE, AN CLOCHÁN LIATH / DUNGLOE Traditional Music Session by Meenacross Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann: a gathering of locals and visitors alike to an evening of traditional music by local talent. Audience participation is welcomed. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 8:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Venue: Ionad Teampaill Chróine, Chapel Road, Dungloe Cost: Donation (Adult) / FREE (Child) Full wheelchair access Contact: Marie Quinn Telephone: (074) 952 2198 E-mail: [email protected]

31 IRISH LANDMARK TRUST Iontaobhas Séadchomharthaí na hÉireann Open Day at Termon House: an opportunity to see the conservation work of the Irish Landmark Trust. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this restored eighteenth-century land agent’s house which is now available as holiday accommodation. Don’t miss the Famine Wall to the left of the house. Information leaflets about the property will be provided. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Venue: Termon House, Maghery FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Irish Landmark Trust Telephone: (01) 670 4733 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.irishlandmark.com

IRISH WHALE & DOLPHIN GROUP Cumann Míolta Móra & Deilfeanna na hÉireann Whale Watch Ireland 2014: this event forms part of All-Ireland Whale Watch Day, which invites the public and visitors alike to join the experts from the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group for a guided land-based whale watch at a local headland. You should dress appropriately for the weather on the day and leave your pets at home. Please note there are no boat trips and all watches are land-based. There are no guarantees of sightings. There will be no walking involved, as this watch will be taking place from the car park. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m Meet: Foreland Heights Car Park, Bloody Foreland FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Irish Whale & Dolphin Group Telephone: (086) 222 3328 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.iwdg.ie 31 32 IRISH WHALE & DOLPHIN GROUP Cumann Míolta Móra & Deilfeanna na hÉireann Whale Watch Ireland 2014: this event forms part of All-Ireland Whale Watch Day, which invites the public and visitors alike to join the experts in the Irish Whale & Dolphin Group for a guided land-based whale watch at a local headland. You should dress appropriately for the weather on the day and leave your pets at home. Please note there are no boat trips and all watches are land-based. There are no guarantees of sightings. There may be a short elevated walk from the meeting point to the actual watch site. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meet: Malin Signal Tower (Banba’s Crown), Malin Head FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Irish Whale & Dolphin Group Telephone: (086) 389 3154 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.iwdg.ie

ISAAC BUTT HERITAGE COMMITTEE Coiste Oidhreachta Isaac Butt Visitable History: visit, walk and talk through local history. Enjoy a photographic display. The Tommy Herron Memorial Bluestack Climb will take place followed by conversation with heritage committee, the sharing of tenant records from Style Estate and history from Glenfinn graveyard and Ivy Bridge. Those participating in the memorial climb should dress appropriately for weather conditions and bring some food and a drink for a snack. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24, 2014 Times: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Saturday) & 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Sunday) Venue: Isaac Butt Heritage Centre, Cloghan (Brockagh) FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Isaac Butt Heritage Committee Telephone: (074) 913 3108 / (087) 261 6326 E-mail: [email protected] 33 JOHN MOLLOY’S FACTORY, ARDARA Monarcha John Molloy, Ard an Rátha Launch of the First Traditional Hand-Loom in 25 years: working demonstrations of spinning and weaving as well as information on the history of weaving in south west Donegal. First hand-loom constructed in Donegal in over 20 years, made by Bartley Haughey and Ardara Men’s Shed group. Dates: Friday, August 29 & Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Friday) & 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: John Molloy’s Factory, Killybegs Road, Ardara FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Ardara Men’s Shed Telephone: (087) 648 4748 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.johnmolloy.com

KILBARRON CASTLE CONSERVATION GROUP Cumann Caomhantais Chaisleán Chill Bharrainn Walk & Talk along to Kilbarron Castle: a walk and talk along the coastal path to the ruins of Kilbarron Castle, the birthplace of Michéal Ó Cléirigh, leader of the Four Masters, who compiled the Annals of the Kingdom of Ireland. As this is an outdoor event over some rough ground and fence styles, bring along good walking shoes or boots and a raincoat in case it rains. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Meet: Marine Centre Car Park, Creevy, Ballyshannon FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Kilbarron Castle Conservation Group Telephone: (071) 985 2896 E-mail: [email protected]

33 34 KILCAR HERITAGE COMMITTEE Coiste Oidhreachta Chill Chartha Leitir Corn Mill Restoration Project: an illustrated talk by conservation architect Duncan McLaren, and Michael Ward in Áislann Chill Chartha at 8 p.m. with a site visit at 6 p.m. depending on progress of work and weather conditions. Duncan McLaren’s talk will include a slide show looking at Leitir Mill and the work taking place and what is proposed with reference to some other examples. Michael Ward will give an outline of the history of Leitir Mill with particular reference to his family’s involvement. Date: Thursday, August 28, 2014 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Venue: Áislann Chill Chartha, Lower Main Street, Kilcar FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Paddy McBrearty Telephone: (074) 973 8981 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.leitircornmill.com

KILCLOONEY DOLMEN CENTRE & TOR MÓR CULTURAL TOURISM COMMITTEE Ionad Dolmaine Chill Chluaine & Coiste Turasóireachta Cultúrtha an Toir Mhóir Boat Trip & Guided Tour of Doon Fort: Doon Fort is part of Western Stone Forts series of monuments. This boat trip and guided tour allows you to explore archaeology, history, folklore and traditions. Hands-on activities, traditional crafts, old style pastimes, music, song, dance and much more. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Sunday, August 24, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Doon Fort, Loughadoon, near Ardara Cost: €10 (Adult) /€5 (Child) – Booking Required No wheelchair access Contact: Tor Mór Cultural Tourism Committee Telephone: (087) 921 4026 E-mail: [email protected]

35 KILLYBEGS HISTORY & HERITAGE COMMITTEE Cumann Staire & Oidhreachta na gCealla Beaga Coach outing to visit some of the megalithic tombs in the Parish of Killybegs. Date: Monday, August 25, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Meet: Tourism Information Centre, Shore Road, Killybegs FREE (Booking Required) No wheelchair access Contact: Derek Vial Telephone: (086) 262 7722 E-mail: [email protected]

KILLYBEGS HISTORY & HERITAGE COMMITTEE Cumann Staire & Oidhreachta na gCealla Beaga Walking Tour to Saint Catherine’s Archaeological Complex to view the current conservation work that is taking place. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Meet: Tourism Information Centre, Shore Road, Killybegs FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Derek Vial Telephone: (086) 262 7722 E-mail: [email protected]

35 36 KILLYBEGS INTERNATIONAL CARPET-MAKING & FISHING CENTRE Ionad Idirnáisiúnta Déanta Cairpéid & Ionad Iascaireachta na gCealla Beaga Audio-visual presentation of carpet-making and fishing on arrival followed by a guided tour and experience of our ship simulator. The tour involves hand-knotting demonstrations on original looms and a guided tour on the history of fishing. Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 9:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday) & 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday). Venue: Killybegs International Carpet-Making & Fishing Centre, Fintra Road, Killybegs Cost: €3 (Adult/Senior/Student) & FREE (Children under 5) Full wheelchair access Contact: Killybegs International Carpet-Making & Fishing Centre Telephone: (074) 974 1944 E-mail: [email protected]

LÁR CHOMHAIRLE PARÓISTE GHLEANN CHOLM CILLE & FOLK VILLAGE, GLENCOLMCILLE Lár-Chomhairle Paróiste Ghleann Cholm Cille & An Daonbhaile, Gleann Cholm Cille Stair Túir Faire an Cheantair/ Historic Talk on Local Signal Towers: this event features a historic talk in both Irish and English on the three local nineteenth- century Signal Towers of the area which are located in Malinbeg, Glencolmcille and Teelin. Other historical stories will be told on the day and visitors get a chance to view a spinning and crafts demonstration by local crafters in the Glencolmcille Folk Village. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meet: Folk Village, Gleann Cholm Cille / Glencolmcille FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: LCPG & Glencolmcille Folk Village Telephone: (074) 973 0894 E-mail: [email protected]

37 LEABHARLANN PHOBAIL GHAOTH DOBHAIR, DOIRÍ BEAGA Taispeántas leabhar ar ghnéithe de Ghaoth Dobhair agus timpeallacht na Gaeltachta. Dátaí: Dé Luain, 25 Lúnasa - Dé hAoine, 29 Lúnasa, 2014 Amanna: 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Dé Luain, Dé Máirt, Déardaoin & Dé hAoine) & 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Dé Céadaoin) Ionad: Leabharlann Phobail Ghaoth Dobhair, Áislann Ghaoth Dobhair, Páirc Ghnó Ghaoth Dobhair, Na Doirí Beaga SAOR IN AISCE Aiseanna do chathaoireacha rotha Teagmháil: Leabharlann Phobail Ghaoth Dobhair Guthán: (074) 956 0862 R-phost: [email protected] Suíomh Idirlín: www.donegallibrary.ie

LIAM LYSAGHT Liam Lysaght’s Cycle around Ireland to celebrate Ireland’s Wildlife: Liam Lysaght will be cycling around Ireland during the month of August, beginning on August 1 at the National Biodiversity Data Centre in Waterford. On August 23, he will cycle from Buncrana, County Donegal to Derry. The aim of the tour is to cycle around the island of Ireland, a distance of over 3,200 kilometres within a month, each day visiting some of Ireland’s special wildlife sites and highlighting what is special about them. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: All Day Venue: Route from Buncrana, County Donegal to Derry FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Liam Lysaght Website: http://wildirelandtour.ie

37 38 LIFFORD OLD COURTHOUSE Seanteach na Cúirte, Leifear ‘Donegal through the Years’: A Photographic Exhibition. To celebrate our twentieth anniversary, this major photographic exhibition illustrating the rich history of County Donegal and its people will run throughout July and August. Groups welcome. Our famous live tours of the original dungeon cells will also be on offer during Heritage Week from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays: 26 (Adult), 24 (Concession),23 (Child) and 215 (Family - 2 adults & 2 children). Dates: Monday, August 25 – Friday, August 29, 2014 Times: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Venue: The Old Courthouse, The Diamond, Lifford FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Lifford Old Courthouse Telephone: (074) 914 1733 E-mail: liffordoldcourthouse.com Website: www.liffordoldcourthouse.com

MAGHERY HERITAGE GROUP Coiste Oidhreachta An Mhachaire Templecrone Church Walk, Turas Route: a walk following the ancient pilgrimage route to Templecrone Church and Graveyard. The route visits two holy wells and the 800-year-old church with its interesting roof slate gravestones. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Meet: Ionad an Mhachaire / Maghery Community Centre, Maghery FREE (Booking Required) No wheelchair access Contact: Maghery Heritage Group Telephone: (087) 764 7991 E-mail: [email protected]

39 MALCOLM MC CLURE Inishkeel Beach Walk: three-kilometre beach and island walk to see widespread evidence of early agriculture on Inishkeel. Similar lazy beds are common in coastal areas but lack thorough investigation. The lazy beds blanketing Inishkeel were discovered recently on aerial photographs. It is hoped that this event will lead to a wider discussion of their age range as these broad furrows are now known to be commonly associated with early ring forts throughout South Donegal. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Meet: Car Park at Narin Beach, Portnoo FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Malcom McClure Telephone: (074) 954 1775 E-mail: [email protected]

MALIN HEAD HERITAGE GROUP Cumann Oidhreachta Chionn Mhálanna Malin Head Heritage Display: display of old maps, place/field names, living history stories, photographs from the 1960s and earlier, information on Inistrahull Island, Marconi Station, Lloyds Signal Tower and much more. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Venue: Malin Head Community Hall FREE (Suggested donation €2 for light refreshments) Full wheelchair access Contact: Malin Head Heritage Group Telephone: (074) 937 0478 E-mail: [email protected]

39 40 MC GLINCHEY ASSOCIATION, CLONMANY Cumann Mhic Loingsigh, Cluain Maine Clonmany at Outbreak of World War I: the Glenfield Camp Story. At the outbreak of World War I, a British Army training camp was set up at the Glen House in Clonmany due to its close proximity to Forts Leenan and Dunree and its rail connection to Derry and beyond. (Walk & Talk) Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Meet: Glen House, Straid, Clonmany FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Marius Ó hEarcáin Telephone: (086) 267 0503 E-mail: [email protected]

MC GLINCHEY ASSOCIATION, CLONMANY Cumann Mhic Loingsigh, Cluain Maine Clonmany at the Outbreak of World War I: Fort Leenan, the sentinel of , witnessed much activity during the war - a boom was laid across the Lough, the Grand Fleet was based there and guns were trained on enemy ships. (Walk & Talk) Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Meet: Leenan Fort, Leenan, Urris, Clonmany FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Marius Ó hEarcáin Telephone: (086) 267 0503 E-mail: [email protected]

41 MILFORD COMMUNITY LIBRARY Leabharlann Phobail Bhaile na nGallóglach School Life of Yesteryear: a display of stories, poems and folklore learned in schools of old. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Venue: Milford Community Library, Public Services Centre, Main Street, Milford FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Milford Community Library Telephone: (074) 915 3927 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegallibrary.ie

MONREAGH HERITAGE & EDUCATION CENTRE Ionad Oidhreachta & Oideachais Monreagh The Laggan ‘History Event’ celebrates the historic people, places and events of the Laggan area of east Donegal. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Monreagh Heritage & Education Centre, The Old Manse, Monreagh, Carrigans FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Monreagh Heritage & Education Centre Telephone: (074) 914 0708 E-mail: [email protected]

41 42 NEWMILLS CORN & FLAX MILLS – OFFICE OF PUBLIC WORKS Muilte Arbhair & Lín an Mhuilinn Úir – Oifig na nOibreacha Poiblí A Demonstration of Stone-Ground Corn Milling: traditional demonstration of oat milling, using the original millstones, which are powered by one of the largest working waterwheels in Ireland. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Venue: Newmills Corn & Flax Mills, Newmills, Church Hill Road, Letterkenny FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: David Armour Telephone: (074) 912 5115 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.heritageireland.ie

OAKFIELD PARK, RAPHOE Páirc Ghort na Darach, Ráth Bhoth Steam Sunday: Oakfield Park includes a working railway with a diesel and steam train operating throughout the season. On the last Sunday of each month, the steam train provides journeys around the beautiful grounds. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Venue: Oakfield Park, Raphoe Cost: €5 (Adult) / €3 (Child) FREE (under 5s) €20 (Family – entry and train) Partial wheelchair access Contact: Oakfield Park Telephone: (074) 917 3068 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.oakfieldpark.com

43 OLD CHURCH VISITOR CENTRE, BURT Ionad Cuairteoirí na Sean-Eaglaise, An Bheart Learn of the Legends of the Tuatha De Danann, Race of Gods and Warriors in Irish Folklore in our exciting, interactive New Visitor Centre. A fabulous day out for all the family. Dates: Saturday, August 23 – Sunday, August 31, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Saturday & Sunday) & 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (Monday – Friday) Venue: Old Church Visitor Centre, An Grianan Hotel, Burt Cost: €3 (Adult) / €3 (Child) Partial wheelchair access Contact: Ron Kerrigan Telephone: (074) 936 8900 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.oldchurchvisitorcentre.com

REGIONAL CULTURAL CENTRE, LETTERKENNY Ionad Cultúrtha Réigiúnach, Leitir Ceanainn

‘Donegal Photographs’ is a retrospective exhibition featuring a selection of both press and project images by photographer Declan Doherty. The exhibition illustrates his considerable feel as a portrait photographer and also a sophisticated visual sense when applied to landscapes and almost abstract close-ups. Declan Doherty is best known locally as a press photographer with the ‘Donegal News’ where he has worked for the past 30 years. He has undertaken a significant number of photography commissions with the Regional Cultural Centre and its predecessor Letterkenny Arts Centre, Donegal County Council. Projects have included ‘Letterkenny Ones’, ‘Swilly Bus & Railway’, ‘RCC Construction’, ‘Destination Donegal’ and ‘Local People’. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Tuesday, August 26 – Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tuesday – Friday) & 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: Regional Cultural Centre, Port Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Shaun Hannigan Telephone: (074) 912 9186 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.regionalculturalcentre.com

43 44 REGIONAL CULTURAL CENTRE, LETTERKENNY Ionad Cultúrtha Réigiúnach, Leitir Ceanainn Patrick Scott: Image Space Light. This exhibition is the most comprehensive representation of the late artist’s 75 year-long career ever shown. The focus is on Scott’s mature style epitomised by his iconic gold leaf paintings. It will also feature a number of tapestries mainly from the late 1970s and a series of ash tables from the early 1990s. It is presented in association with the Irish Museum of Modern Art. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Tuesday, August 26 - Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Tuesday - Friday) & 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Saturday) Venue: Regional Cultural Centre, Port Road, Letterkenny FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Shaun Hannigan Telephone: (074) 912 9186 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.regionalculturalcentre.com

ROS BÁN WILDLIFE GARDEN, RAPHOE Gairdín Fiadhúlra Ros Bán, Ráth Bhoth Open Garden: enjoy a garden walk with a display of medicinal plants and educational aspects of natural flora and fauna. Date: Sunday, August 31, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Venue: Ros Bán Wildlife Garden, near Mongorry, Raphoe FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Ann Kavanagh Telephone: (074) 914 5336 E-mail: [email protected]

45 ROSSES RADIO, DUNGLOE Raidió na Rosann, An Clochán Liath Celebration of Rosses Radio: eight bilingual radio programmes covering all aspects of Rosses heritage from St. Cróine to now through interviews, talks by local historians, sean nós music and information on island/highland monuments. Community radio by the people, for the people. All contributions welcome. Dates: Saturday, August 23 & Saturday, August 30, 2014 Times: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Venue: Rosses Radio Studio, Sean Tech, Gweedore Road, Dungloe FREE Full wheelchair access Contact: Rosses Radio Telephone: (087) 185 7992 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.rossesradio.com

SEAN SCOIL TRÁIGHÉANACH, CLOGHBOLIE, LETTERMACAWARD An Chlochbhuaile, Leitir Mhic an Bhaird Oíche Áirneáil with Heritage Craft Lessons: a traditional get-together of women to knit, chat, crochet, and maybe sing and dance. This is a special invitation for young people to learn traditional knitting patterns with one-to-one attention from older experts. Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2014 Time: 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Venue: Sean Scoil Tráighéanach, Cloghbolie/An Chlochbhuaile, Lettermacaward Cost: €2 (Adult) – Booking Required Full wheelchair access Contact: Sean Scoil Tráighéanach Community Telephone: (087) 630 2774 E-mail: [email protected]

45 46 SEAN SCOIL TRÁIGHÉANACH COMMUNITY Pobal Sheanscoil Tráighéanach Heritage Walk to the site of an archaeological excavation. The site was occupied by craftspeople in early centuries A.D. You will also be able to explore an ancient graveyard and drive to nearby Portal tomb. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Meet: Dooey Beach Car Park, Lettermacaward FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Bernadette Sansom Telephone: (074) 952 1866 E-mail: [email protected]

ST. CONNELL’S MUSEUM, GLENTIES Iarsmalann Naomh Conall, Na Gleannta Memories of the Past: a day of traditional crafts and skills with music, storytelling and guided tours of the museum. Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: St. Connell’s Museum, Main Street, Glenties. FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Annette Breslin Telephone: (087) 654 2203 E-mail: [email protected]

47 ST. CONNELL’S MUSEUM, GLENTIES Iarsmalann Naomh Conall, Na Gleannta A Tour to the Past, Glenties: a tour of three floors of our museum which appeals to both adults and children. Hear stories of the past, watch how bread was made and see how a hand-knitted garment was created. A concert of local musicians will take place at 4 p.m. Tea and refreshments served. Date: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Venue: St. Connell’s Museum, Main Street, Glenties. FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: St. Connell’s Museum Telephone: (087) 292 1016 E-mail: [email protected]

STUDIO DONEGAL, KILCAR Stúideó Dhún na nGall, Cill Charthaigh Handweaving & Mule Spinning: visitors can view the on-going work in carding, spinning, handweaving and garment making in this working mill. The mill is operating five days per week (Monday – Friday) all year round. Dates: Monday, August 25 – Friday, August 29, 2014 Times: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Venue: Studio Donegal, The Glebe Mill, Kilcar FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Studio Donegal Telephone: (074) 973 8194 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.studiodonegal.ie

47 48 TREMONE HISTORICAL SOCIETY Cumann Staire Thrá Món Tremone Historical Walk: dating back to the fourteenth century, Carrowmenagh village and the surrounding have a rich and varied history. Date: Sunday, August 24, 2014 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Meet: Carrowmenagh Community Centre, Carrowmenagh FREE Partial wheelchair access Contact: Tremone Historical Society Telephone: (074) 936 7251 E-mail: [email protected]

UNDER THE THATCH Open House – Croaghacullion: a chance to visit Croaghacullion, a traditional cottage converted to modern living with owner Greg Stevenson, co-author of the ‘Traditional Cottages of County Donegal’ book. Croaghacullion is a traditional cottage that lost its thatch roof in 1965 and has been modernised and partially restored with lime plasters and traditional sash windows. It isn’t a museum piece but may be of interest. Date: Wednesday, August 27, 2014 Time: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Venue: Croaghacullion, Glencolmcille* FREE No wheelchair access Contact: Greg Stevenson E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.underthethatch.co.uk/croagh *Directions: Head for Port, pass Lougheraherk on your left and when you see the sign for ‘An Port 5 km’ turn left up the track to the very end. Croaghacullion is beyond the metal gate with the green U.S.-style postbox. You may need to park and walk from the gate (100-200 yards) as parking is very limited.

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www.heritageweek.ie 49 50 HERITAGE COMPETITION During National Heritage Week 2013, The Heritage Council is digging deep to examine the intriguing heritage of the Green Isle. To celebrate, Manor House Hotels Group has kindly sponsored a wonderful prize of a six-night touring holiday involving two nights each in three of the 27 luxurious Manor House Hotels subject to availability. To be in with a chance of winning, simply answer three heritage-related questions on the www.heritageweek.ie website. The closing date is Saturday, September 6, 2014.

‘NATIONAL HERITAGE WEEK’ PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION As this is the United Nations 20th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family and in-keeping with National Heritage Week’s theme of ‘Family . . . Generations Exploring Heritage Together’, the National Heritage Week photography competition is also themed around family. We are looking for photographic compositions which interpret this theme in as broad as possible a range. Just put a generational lens on your camera and get shooting! The picture does not have to be taken during Heritage Week but must have been taken in Ireland this year (2014). Upload your photo(s) to the National Heritage Week facebook page at: www.facebook.com/heritageweek

There are several age categories and prizes in the competition including: Adults (21 years+) with a top prize of a €500 Irish Landmark Trust Weekend Stay voucher; Youths (13-20 years) with a top prize of a €150 One4All gift voucher; and Juniors (7-12 years) with a top prize of a €75 One4All gift voucher. There are also two runner-up prizes in each category. The competition closing date is Thursday, September 18, 2014. The winning images in each category will be decided by a panel of photography and heritage experts, and will be announced at the end of September. For full terms and conditions, see: www.heritageweek.ie

51 Comórtas Oidhreachta I rith na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta in 2014 tá an Chomhairle Oidhreachta ag tochailt go domhain le hoidhreacht shuimiúil Oileán Iathghlas Éireann a scrúdú. Leis sin a cheiliúradh tá Grúpa Óstán Manor House i ndiaidh urraíocht a dhéanamh ar dhuais iontach, mar atá, saoire taistil 6-oíche ina bhfuil dhá oíche i gceist i dtrí cinn de na 27 Óstán iontacha de chuid Manor House, ach iad a bheith ar fáil. Le deis a bheith agat an duais a bhaint, níl le déanamh ach na trí cheist a bhaineann le cúrsaí oidhreachta a fhreagairt ar an suíomh idirlín www.heritageweek.ie. Is é An Satharn, 6 Meán Fómhair, 2014 an dáta druidte.

Comórtas Grianghrafadóireachta na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta Ós rud é gurb í seo Comóradh 20 Bliain ar Bhliain Idirnáisiúnta na Náisiún Aontaithe le haghaidh an Teaghlaigh, agus le coinneáil i dtiún le ‘téama an Teaghlaigh - na Glúnta ag féachaint ar an Oidhreacht le chéile’ mar chuid den tSeachtain Oidhreachta Náisiúnta. . . tá an comórtas grianghrafadóireachta le linn na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta bunaithe ar théama an teaghlaigh chomh maith. Tá muid ar lorg grianghraf a léiríonn an téama seo ar an chiall is leithne den fhocal. Níl le déanamh ach ‘lionsa na nglúnta’ a chur ar do cheamara agus grianghraif a ghlacadh! Ní gá go nglacfaí an grianghraf i rith na Seachtaine Oidhreachta ach caithfidh sé a bheith glactha in Éirinn i mbliana (2014). Uaslódáil do ghrianghraf (nó grianghraif) chuig leathanach facebook na Seachtaine Oidhreachta Náisiúnta ar: www.facebook.com/heritageweek

Tá catagóirí éagsúla aoise agus duaiseanna éagsúla i gceist sa chomórtas, ina measc: Daoine fásta (21 bliain +) le príomhdhuais de Dhearbhán Deireadh Seachtaine ar fiú€ 500 é ó Iontaobhas Séadchomharthaí Éireann, Óige (13-20 bliain) le príomhdhuais de dhearbhán One4All ar fiú€ 150 é, agus Páistí (7-12 bhliain) le príomhdhuais de dhearbhán One4All ar fiú€ 75 é. Tá duaiseanna don dara agus don tríú háit in achan chatagóir chomh maith. Is é An Déardaoin, 18 Meán Fómhair, 2014 an dáta druidte don chomórtas. Is painéal de shaineolaithe grianghrafadóireachta agus oidhreachta a dhéanfaidh na buaiteoirí a roghnú in achan chatagóir, agus fógrófar na buaiteoirí ag deireadh mhí Mheán Fómhair. Le haghaidh coinníollacha agus téarmaí, féach: www.heritageweek.ie

51 52 EUROPEAN HERITAGE OPEN DAYS Laethanta Oscailte Oidhreachta na hEorpa In Northern Ireland, Saturday, September 13 & Sunday, September 14, 2014 are European Heritage Open Days. More than 400 sites (including private houses, public buildings, gardens, monuments and churches) in Northern Ireland will be open to visitors free of charge. A brochure of events can be obtained from the Northern Ireland Environment Agency on: Telephone: (048) 9054 3022, E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.discovernorthernireland.com/ehod Facebook: www.facebook.com/ehodni

Back Photographs: Iconic signage such as ‘Oatfield’ at the former Oatfield Sweet Factory in Letterkenny demolished in 2014 (left) and ‘Swilly Bottling Stores’ and ‘Football Special’ on the warehouse on The Quay in Ramelton (right) are an important, but often overlooked, aspect of our industrial heritage and contribute to the character of our streetscapes.

Grianghraif ar chúl: An chomharthaíocht íocónach ar nós ‘Oatfield’ ag an tseanmhonarcha mhilseán i Leitir Ceanainn, a leagadh in 2014 (ar chlé), agus ‘Swilly Bottling Stores’ agus ‘Football Special’ ar an trádstóras ar an Che i Ráth Mealtain (ar dheis), tá siad ina ghné thábhachtach dár n-oidhreacht tionsclaíochta agus cuireann siad le carachtar ár sráid-dreach, cé nach dtugtar aitheantas dó sin go minic.

Updates on ‘National Heritage Week’ events are available on: www.heritageweek.ie

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53 OIFIG OIDHREACHTA CHONTAE DHÚN NA nGALL

Is é ról Oifig Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall, Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall ná feasacht a ardú, eolas agus comhairle a thabhairt, beartas a mholadh, sonraí a bhailiú, taighde a dhéanamh agus an dea-chleachtas is fearr i dtaca le hoidhreacht Chontae Dhún na na nGall agus Plean Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall a chur i bhfeidhm, i gcomhar le Fóram Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall. Tá Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall tiomanta chun ‘an oidhreacht a chur ag croílár an tsaoil phoiblí’ i gContae Dhún na nGall.

Más mian leat níos mó eolais a fháil ar oidhreacht Chontae Dhún na nGall, déan teagmháil le:

Seosamh Ó Gallachóir Oifigeach Oidhreachta, Oifig Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall, Comhairle Contae Dhún na nGall, Oileán an Stáisiúin, Leifear, Contae Dhún na nGall. Guthán: (074) 917 2576 Ríomhphost: [email protected] Suíomh Idirlín: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

Gníomh de chuid Phlean Oidhreachta Chontae Dhún na nGall COUNTY DONEGAL HERITAGE OFFICE The role of the County Donegal Heritage Office, Donegal County Council is to raise awareness, provide advice/information, propose policy, collect data, conduct research and promote best practice in relation to County Donegal’s heritage and to prepare and implement the County Donegal Heritage Plan in conjunction with the County Donegal Heritage Forum. Donegal County Council is committed to ‘placing heritage at the heart of public life’ in County Donegal.

If you would like to find out more about County Donegal’s heritage, please contact:

Joseph Gallagher Heritage Officer, County Donegal Heritage Office, Donegal County Council, Station Island, Lifford, County Donegal. Telephone: (074) 917 2576 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.donegalcoco.ie/heritage

An Action of the County Donegal Heritage Plan