This special week brings together heritage organisations, local groups, volunteers, national institutions and heritage sites to host a diverse array of events that showcase Ireland’s cultural, natural and built heritage. Whether it’s hidden gems or iconic landmarks, doors will be opened, stories will be shared and everyone is invited to explore and connect with the heritage that shapes our identity.
Some selected highlights include:
- Two-day Michael Dwyer 200 event at Glenmalure: Seminar on Saturday 24th August and a bus tour on Sunday, 25th August
- Birds of Prey Demonstration at Russborough House
- Family History Clinics at Blessington and Greystones Libraries
- “The Names That Shaped Us”. Placenames event in Dunlavin
- Herbal Walk at Moylisha Hill
- Bell Ringing at St. Saviour’s Church, Arklow
- A Day Out on the Bog at Drumgoff
- Guided Tour of St. Paul’s Church, Bray
- Family Fun Day with ‘The Big Dig’ at Glendalough
- Delgany Heritage Festival
- Barn Owl Talk and Pellets Workshop at Arklow Library
- Exploring Birdlife of the Vartry Reservoir, Roundwood
- Archaeological Post-Excavation Workshop at Kilcoole
- Open Day at Wicklow Head Lighthouse
- Family Biodiversity Day out at Newtownmountkennedy
- Treasure Hunt at Wicklow Mountains National Park
- Wicklow County Archives Open Evening
- Picnic in the Park, Greystones
- Tour of Stained Glass Windows in Bray
- Food Foraging Talk at Carnew Library
- Tour of Medieval Church and Graveyard in Donard Village
Visit www.heritageweek.ie for the full program of events. You can filter your search by ‘County Wicklow.’