20-28 August 2016 100 YEARS OF HERITAGE Meath event guide Meath County Council Logo: callsave 1850 200 878 The aspect ratio of this logo may not be changed. The colors may not be changed from: Dark Blue: Saffron: CMYK - 100, 51, 0, 69 CMYK - 0, 27, 76, 0 heritageweek.ie RGB - 0, 34, 77 RGB - 249, 191, 71 HERITAGE WEEK 2016: PEOPLE AND PLACE National Heritage Week takes place from the 20th to 28th August 2016. This year’s theme is focused on “Celebrating the relationship between people and place”. Heritage Week is co-ordinated by the Heritage Council, in conjunction with the Department of the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, and is part of European Heritage Days, which is celebrated in 40 countries across Europe. Heritage gives each town, village and rural area in Meath a character and local distinctiveness which contributes to a strong sense of place and is a source of pride for local communities. As we reflect on the centenary of the rebellion of Easter 1916, we want to encourage everyone to connect with their history and heritage. Numerous events including walks, talks, exhibitions, family fun days, living history displays and a community archaeology dig will take place throughout Heritage Week so whatever your interest you will find one to suit. This brochure, produced by the Heritage Office of Meath County Council, provides details of events taking place around the county and will help you to plan your itinerary to celebrate Heritage Week 2016 in Meath. For more information about these events or other Heritage Week events please visit www.heritageweek.ie A special thanks to the organisers of all the events, without their work and dedication Heritage Week wouldn’t be possible. I hope you all enjoy this year’s Heritage Week. — Loreto Guinan, Meath Heritage Officer INTRODUCTION A comprehensive programme of events is planned in County Meath giving you an opportunity to experience and enjoy its fascinating heritage. Most events are free. Children are welcome, but should be accompanied by a responsible adult. Outdoor events may be cancelled because of weather, so you should check with the contact if you are concerned. Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for outdoor events, such as guided walks. Event organisers are responsible for safety and insurance of each event. Full descriptions of each of these events is available on www.heritageweek.ie. Please note that the responsibility for hosting events lies with the event organiser and they should be contacted directly for event queries. EVENT CATEGORIES EVENT SYMBOLS KEY Active .................. 2 Suitable for Children Exhibitions ........... 2 Family Fun ........... 4 Full Wheelchair Access Festivals/Music .... 9 Living History ...... 10 Partial Wheelchair Access Talks .................. 13 Tours .................. 16 Car Parking Available Walks ................. 22 Workshops ........ 25 Cover photo: RTÉ Johnson Collection (1953). RTÉ Archives Songs of Praise & Open Afternoon at Agher Church, Co. Meath An open afternoon of Songs of Praise to celebrate the reinstatement of the 18th-century Thomas Jervais window in Agher Church. Songs of Praise will begin at 4pm, with refreshments served afterward. Venue: Agher Church Cost: Free Organiser: Select Vestry of Rathmoylan Union of Parishes Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016798675 Website: www.igs.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 21st August 15:00 PM to 18:00 PM Blackfriary Community Archaeology Dig 2016 Blackfriary Community Heritage and Archaeology Project (BCHAP) invites you to participate in our archaeology community dig. The excavation is part of an ongoing research project at the 13th Black Friary. Venue: Blackfriary, Trim, Co. Meath Cost: Free Organiser: Denis Shine, BCHAP Email: [email protected] Website: www.iafs.ie Booking Required: Yes Dates: 22nd August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM, 23rd August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM, 24th August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM, 25th August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM, 26th August 10:00 AM to 16:00 PM Haberdashery and Linen Museum A heritage haberdashery and linen museum will go on display to include ledgers and artefacts from local bygone stores. The linen and fashion display will date during the past 100 years. Venue: Kraft Kafee Cost: Free Organiser: Kathleen O' Reilly - Kraft Kaffee and U.I.P Email: [email protected] Telephone: 049 8542645 Booking Required: Yes Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 20th August 14:00 PM to 16:00 PM, 23rd August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 23rd August 14:00 PM to 17:00 PM, 24th August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 24th August 14:00 PM to 17:00 PM, 25th August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 25th August 14:00 PM to 16:00 PM, 26th August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 26th August 14:00 PM to 17:00 PM, 27th August 10:00 AM to 13:00 PM, 27th August 14:00 PM to 16:00 PM 2 A Brave Man: Our Local Hero, Philip Clarke Exhibition on Philip Clarke who fought and died during the Easter Rising in 1916. Philip Clarke lived in Monknewtown beside Brú na Bóinne. Venue: Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre, Donore Cost: Free Organiser: Office of Public Works Email: [email protected] Telephone: 041 9880300 Website: www.heritageireland.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 20th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 21st August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 22nd August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 23rd August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 24th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 25th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 26th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 27th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM, 28th August 9:00 AM to 18:00 PM From Flour to Furnishings - 200 Years of Industry in Navan 1780- 1980 This is a pop up museum illustrating aspects of Navan's industrial past - mills, furniture and carpets over the past 200 years. Venue: Town Hall, Navan Cost: Free Organiser: Navan & District Historical Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0862870451 Website: www.navanhistory.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 22nd August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM, 23rd August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM, 24th August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM, 25th August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM, 26th August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM, 27th August 10:30 AM to 17:00 PM Open Day at Agher Church, Co. Meath This open day invites the public to view and learn about a rare example of 18th-century stained glass by Irish artist Thomas Jervais (d. 1799). This window has recently been conserved and reinstated. Venue: Agher Church, Rathmoylan, Co. Meath Cost: Free Organiser: Irish Georgian Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016798675 Website: www.igs.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 24th August 12:00 PM to 17:00 PM 33 Maths Trail A family fun event suitable for children 7+ years of age. Find the answers to the questions around the grounds of Oldbridge House and Gardens and win an OPW Family Heritage Card. Venue: Oldbridge House Cost: Free Organiser: Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 041 9809950 Website: www.battleoftheboyne.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM, 21st August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM, 27th August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM, 28th August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM Battle of Kells Medieval Fayre Fun event for the whole family linking joy with educational aspects. Re-enactments, street theatre, falconry, storytelling, living history demonstrations, lectures, films, archery and many more. Venue: Abbey Field, Oldcastle Road, Kells Cost Adult: €12.00 Cost Child: €8.00 Organiser: Boyne Valley Living History Group Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087 929 6499 Website: www.battleofkells.com Booking Required: Yes Dates: 20th August 10:00 AM to 21:00 PM Exploring the Nature of the Witch's Hill Come dressed as a witch or a wizard and explore the nature of the Loughcrew Hills. A fun event for all the family. Venue: Car Park at Loughcrew Cairns Cost: Free Organiser: Office of Public Works Telephone: 0870524975 Website: www.heritageireland.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 20th August 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, 20th August 14:30 PM to 16:30 PM 4 4 The Ladywell Fete Visit a traditional village fete in the grounds of the famous Slane Castle. Featuring local arts and crafts as well as tasty locally produced delicacies. Games for children and live music too. Venue: Slane Castle Cost Adult: Cost Child: Organiser: Slane Hub Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0419824000 Website: www.visitslane.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 21st August 12:00 PM to 16:00 PM Falconry Display on the Hill of Tara A show of hawks, falcons and owls by Newgrange Falconry. Handler will give information on birds. Visitors will have opportunity to take photos and some children may be allowed to hold the owls. Venue: Hill of Tara Cost: Free Organiser: Office of Public Works Email: [email protected] Telephone: 046 902 5903 Website: www.heritageireland.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 21st August 13:00 PM to 16:30 PM 10 point Viewing Challenge from the Witch's Hill How well do you know the landscape around the Loughcrew Hills? Can you name all the features in this 10 point quiz? Are you ready for the challenge? Venue: Cairn T, Loughcrew Hills Cost: Free Organiser: Office of Public Works Telephone: 0870524975 Website: www.heritageireland.ie Booking Required: No Dates: 21st August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM, 28th August 10:00 AM to 17:00 PM 5 5 Children's Treasure Hunt at Trim Castle Help the Trim Castle Guides find De Lacy's Lost Treasure! Treasure maps with clues are available to help you.