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OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Reduced Admission for Families Never visited? Haven’t been in to see us for a while? Rediscover Christ Church this week with our special offer of 5 euro off the family ticket price. Please quote ‘Heritage Week’ when purchasing. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: , Family: €11 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 09:30 19:00 Sun 20th 12:30 19:00 Mon 21st 09:30 19:00 Tue 22nd 09:30 19:00 Wed 23rd 09:30 19:00 Thu 24th 09:30 19:00 Fri 25th 09:30 19:00 Sat 26th 09:30 19:00 Sun 27th 12:30 19:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)


Children's Nature Treasure Trail Find the answers to fun questions about animals and nature at Christ Church Cathedral as you explore the building. Prizes available for anyone under the age of 12 who gets them all right! Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 09:30 12:00 Sun 20th 12:30 19:00 Mon 21st 09:30 19:00 Tue 22nd 09:30 19:00 Wed 23rd 09:30 19:00 Thu 24th 09:30 19:00 Fri 25th 09:30 19:00

Sat 26th 09:30 19:00 Sun 27th 12:30 19:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

TOUR, OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Bell-Ringing Tours An exclusive opportunity to visit the tower of the Cathedral and see the bell ringers in action! Restricted numbers and booking essential. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 11:00 Sat 19th 12:00 13:00 Sat 19th 14:00 15:00 Sat 19th 16:00 17:00 Sat 26th 10:00 11:00 Sat 26th 12:00 13:00 Sat 26th 14:00 15:00 Sat 26th 16:00 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


800 Years of History! Join in our special Heritage Week tours and other special activities inspired by this most historic of buildings. Venue: St Audoen's Church Visitor Centre, Cornmarket, near High Street Organiser: St Audoen's Church Visitor Centre (OPW) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 677 0088 / 01 628 6744 Website: heritageireland.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 16:30 Sun 20th 10:00 16:30 Mon 21st 10:00 16:30 Tue 22nd 10:00 16:30 Wed 23rd 10:00 16:30

Thu 24th 10:00 16:30 Fri 25th 10:00 16:30 Sat 26th 10:00 16:30 Sun 27th 10:00 16:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Family Flower Trail Follow a flower trail to discover some Museum objects in bloom. Create your own paper flower to add to the Museum’s bouquet. Pick up a trail at reception during Museum opening hours all Heritage Week. Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 17:00 Sun 27th 10:00 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Our History in Nature Conservation A mixture of illustrated talks with interactive displays, workshops and walks to pay tribute to the naturalists of the past who contributed to our knowledge and understanding of biodiversity today. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: Dublin City Council/ OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-2223418

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

EXHIBITION

An Eclectic Collection An online and in-house exhibition of event programmes, posters, ephemera and

artefacts from the ITMA collection. Venue: Irish Traditional Music Archive Organiser: Irish Traditional Music Archive Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6619699 Website: itma.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:00 16:30 Mon 21st 10:00 16:30 Tue 22nd 10:00 16:30 Wed 23rd 10:00 16:30 Thu 24th 10:00 19:30 Fri 25th 10:00 16:30 Sat 26th 10:00 16:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TOUR

Dodder Walk History of Mills A gentle stroll along the Dodder. Viewing the History of the mills. Old buildings and Wildlife.Commence at the Donnybrook bus station, 10.30 am. finish 12noon. Venue: Donnybrook Bus Station Organiser: Kevin Flood Email: [email protected] Telephone: +353872374370

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 10:30 12:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Dinosaur Day The dinosaurs are back and this time for even longer! Spend the day at the Dead Zoo and hang out with a life-sized Megalosaurus and get to hold REAL dinosaur fossils in the palm of your hand. Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History, Merrion Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 316 Website: museum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 11:00 01:00 Sat 19th 14:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, WORKSHOP

From Sand to Soil : Sand Global Action Plan explores the unique & incredible wildlife that call the SAND dunes of Bull Island Nature Reserve home. Delve its sandy history, complex diversity & discover its animals & plants. Venue: North Bull Island Nature Reserve Interpretative Centre Organiser: Global Action Plan Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8832185 Website: globalactionplan.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 11:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, EXHIBITION

EPIC Explorers Tour Come join us on a journey of discovery as we encounter some of Ireland's most EPIC explorers, emigrants and pioneers on this special Heritage Week only guided tour of EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum! Venue: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The chq Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1, D01 T6K4 Organiser: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum Admission: Adult: €14.00, Child: €7.00, Concession: €12.00, Family: €35.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 906 0861 Website: epicchq.com

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 11:00 12:00 Sat 19th 14:00 15:00 Sun 20th 11:00 12:00 Sun 20th 14:00 15:00 Mon 21st 11:00 12:00 Mon 21st 14:00 15:00 Tue 22nd 11:00 12:00 Tue 22nd 14:00 15:00 Wed 23rd 11:00 12:00 Wed 23rd 14:00 15:00 Thu 24th 11:00 12:00 Thu 24th 14:00 15:00 Fri 25th 11:00 12:00 Fri 25th 14:00 15:00 Sat 26th 11:00 12:00

Sat 26th 14:00 15:00 Sun 27th 11:00 12:00 Sun 27th 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

TOUR

Tour of Viking Dublin Did you know one of Europe’s largest Viking settlements was found right here in Dublin? Learn of their long and challenging voyage to these shores, how they lived and changed the landscape around them Venue: Dublinia, St Michael's Hill, Christ Church, Dublin 8 Organiser: Dublinia Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6794611 Website: dublinia.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 11:30 12:00 Sun 20th 11:30 12:00 Mon 21st 11:30 12:00 Tue 22nd 11:30 12:00 Wed 23rd 11:30 12:00 Thu 24th 11:30 12:00 Fri 25th 11:30 12:00 Sat 26th 11:30 12:00 Sun 27th 11:30 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Dragons for Toddlers & Parents Attention dragons and dragon hunters! Join us to hear stories about these legendary creatures and create your own friendly beast. Free, first-come, first-served. Limited to 20 participants. Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 12:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

An Insects Life A talk and a walk looking at the various winged insects of the Phoenix Park.Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 12:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Tours of Walmer Villa Walmer Villa is a restored 19th Century Villa. rOiginally built by the Duff family in 1815, and now used by St.Francis Hospice. Venue: Walmer Villa, St. Francis Hospice, Station Road, Raheny, Dublin 5 Organiser: St. Francis Hospice Dublin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 832 7535 Website: sfh.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 12:00 15:00 Sun 20th 12:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Heritage Week Tour: Animals in Art A guided tour around the National Gallery's collection focusing in on the theme of Animals in Art. Meeting at the Information Desk at the Merrion Square Entrance. Venue: National Gallery of Ireland Organiser: National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/


PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Family Lunchtime Recital Family lunchtime recital featuring many Disney favourites! Dress up encouraged! Featuring Judith Lyons (soprano) and Martina Smyth (piano). Free of charge but registration required Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Medieval Dublin Walking Tours Join our experts for an hour-long free guided walking tour of medieval Dublin and learn about the origins of our capital city. For practical reasons, numbers on tours will be capped so book early! Venue: Barnardo Square, Dame Street, Dublin 2 (adjacent to City Hall) Organiser: Friends of Medieval Dublin Email: [email protected] Website: fmd.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 13:00 14:00 Tue 22nd 18:00 19:00 Wed 23rd 18:00 19:00 Thu 24th 18:00 19:00 Sat 26th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT, TALK

The Writers Entertain Neil O'Shea's acclaimed one-man show uses extracts from works by and about Irish writers (Wilde, Yeats, Shaw and others) to present a lively and humorous picture of Irish literature.

Venue: Dublin Writers Museum, 18 Parnell Square North, Dublin 1 Organiser: Dublin Writers Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8722077 Website: visitdublin.com

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 13:00 14:00 Sun 20th 13:00 14:00 Sat 26th 13:00 14:00 Sun 27th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Within a Mile of Dublin Within a Mile of Dublin: Songs & Tunes live from ITMA is the first of a two-part live radio broadcast from ITMA on Merrion Square in association with Near FM & Phoenix FM. Venue: Irish Traditional Music Archive Organiser: Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-6619699 Website: itma.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Paper Lanterns: 6-11 year-olds Learn how to use LED and paper to create decorative lanterns inserted by the collection to hang in your bedroom at night time. Free, booking essential on www.cbl.ie under Book Workshops Here. Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie


TOUR

War Memorial Gardens Tour The tour will focus on the context of World War 1 in which so many Irish people died; with an explanation of the main features of the beautiful gardens which are dedicated to their memory. Venue: Main Car Park at The Irish National War Memorial Gardens Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 15:30 Sat 26th 14:00 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Exhibition: Green Sleeves Visit Green Sleeves, the exhibition that examines the Irish-printed album cover. All album covers within the exhibition were designed and printed in Ireland. Venue: National Print Museum Organiser: National Print Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35316603770 Website: nationalprintmuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 17:00 Sun 20th 14:00 17:00 Mon 21st 09:00 17:00 Tue 22nd 09:00 17:00 Wed 23rd 09:00 17:00 Thu 24th 09:00 17:00 Fri 25th 09:00 17:00 Sat 26th 14:00 17:00 Sun 27th 14:00 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, TALK

Royal Canal Walk Learn about the history, construction and restoration of the Royal Canal, with Peter Clarke, author of Walking the Royal Canal. Walk from Binns Bridge to Blessington St. Basin (one way)

Venue: Binns Bridge - City end of Whitworth Road Organiser: Royal Canal Amenity Group Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016991031 Website: royalcanal.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 16:00 Sun 20th 14:00 16:00 Tue 22nd 19:00 21:00 Wed 23rd 19:00 21:00 Thu 24th 19:00 21:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Organ Recital Come and listen to a recital by Christ Church organ scholar Caroline Richards, who will play a selection of music on the cathedral's fine organ. Free but normal cathedral admission applies. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

TOUR, EXHIBITION

A Great Irish Woman The multifaceted exhibition portrays the life and work of a remarkable Irish woman. Learn about Mary Aikenhead, the first woman to open and run a hospital for the poor in Ireland. Venue: The Heritage Centre in the grounds of Our Lady’s Hospice, Harold’s Cross Organiser: Mart Aikenhead Heritage Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 7247 660 Website: rscmaheritage.com

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:30 16:30 Sun 20th 14:30 16:30 Mon 21st 14:30 16:30

Tue 22nd 14:30 16:30 Wed 23rd 14:30 16:30 Thu 24th 14:30 16:30 Fri 25th 14:30 16:30 Sat 26th 14:30 16:30 Sun 27th 14:30 16:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Storytelling; Irish Saints Heritage Week family day continues at the Cathedral with Stories about Irish saints with storyteller Lizzie Morrissey. Free but registration required. Best with ages 4-7. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:30 15:00 Sat 19th 15:00 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Meet Your Wildlife Neighbours Learn all about Ireland's amazing wildlife and visit our historic museum and live animal exhibit. A truly interactive experience where you get to examine and actually handle many of the objects! Venue: The Zoological Museum, Trinity College dublin Organiser: Zoological Museum, Trinity College Dublin Admission: Adult: €3, Child: €2 Email: [email protected] Telephone: email only Website: tcd.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:30 16:00 Sun 20th 14:30 16:00 Mon 21st 14:30 16:00 Tue 22nd 14:30 16:00 Wed 23rd 14:30 16:00 Thu 24th 14:30 16:00

Fri 25th 14:30 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

TOUR

Guided Tour of Freemasons Hall Visitors will be guided through the rooms of this purpose built Victorian Hall, the home of Irish Freemasonry since 1869. Venue: 17 Molesworth Street Organiser: Grand Lodge of Freemasons of Ireland Telephone: 016761337 Website: freemason.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:30 16:30 Sun 20th 14:30 16:30 Mon 21st 14:30 16:30 Tue 22nd 14:30 16:30 Wed 23rd 14:30 16:30 Thu 24th 14:30 16:30 Fri 25th 14:30 16:30 Sat 26th 14:30 16:30 Sun 27th 14:30 16:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Marsh's and the Hidden Garden A tour of Ireland's first public library, with a few (maybe amusing) Marsh's human nature stories, concluding in Marsh's garden, where you can appreciate the nature hidden away from public view. Venue: Marsh's Library Organiser: Marsh's Library Admission: Adult: €1, Child: €Free, Concession: €1 Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 4543511 Website: marshlibrary.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 15:00 15:30 Sat 19th 16:00 16:30 Mon 21st 15:00 15:30 Mon 21st 16:00 16:30 Wed 23rd 15:00 15:30 Wed 23rd 16:00 16:30 Thu 24th 15:00 15:30

Thu 24th 16:00 16:30 Fri 25th 15:00 15:30 Fri 25th 16:00 16:30 Sat 26th 15:00 15:30 Sat 26th 16:00 16:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available)

TOUR

Family Friendly Tour Family friendly tour of the Cathedral. Suitable for families with children ideally aged 6+ but younger kids welcome too! Free but registration required. Part of our family day at St Patrick's. Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Peter and the Wolf Family Day continues at the Cathedral into the evening with a performance of Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf with Charles Mullen (narrator) and Stuart Nicholson (organ). Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 17:30 18:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT, FESTIVAL

Printfest: Family Fun Day Discover what life was like for a young apprentice working in the traditional print

industry by joining us for an afternoon full of printing activities suitable for all the family. Venue: National Print Museum Organiser: National Print Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35316603770 Website: nationalprintmuseum.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 12:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Barracks Nature Ramble Discover the urban wildlife surrounding Collins Barracks. Meet at Riding School steps. Dress appropriately for the weather and uneven surfaces. Places allocated on a first come basis. Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 12:00 13:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Heritage Week Tour Flower & Foliage A guided tour around the National Gallery's collection focusing in on the theme of Flowers and Foliage in art. Meeting at the Information Desk at the Merrion Square Entrance. Venue: National Gallery of Ireland Organiser: National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/en.aspx

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 12:30 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Tour of Chapelizod Village

Tour of Chapelizod Heritage Village, with posters, by younger members of the Chapelizod Heritage Society. Venue: Starting point to be comfirmed on Facebook Organiser: Chapelizod Heritage Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0876470342

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 13:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

Arbour Hill Tour This walk and tour will focus on the context of the 1916 Easter Rising and explore in detail the wording of the Proclamation of the Irish Republic Venue: Arbour Hill Cemetery Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 14:00 15:30 Sun 27th 14:00 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Geneius Junior: It’s In Your Nature We will explore our own nature and our family history, with a fun arts and crafts workshop. The children will create their own leafy family tree and get some goodies on the day. (Age 4-7 Years) Venue: Unit 12, CHQ Building, IFSC Dublin 1 Organiser: Irish Family History Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 905 9216 Website: irishfamilyhistorycentre.com

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 14:00 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

Biodiversity

Enjoy a talk and a walk looking at the Biodiversity of the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie



Memories of the Jewish Diaspora Join Dublin-based poet Gerry Mc Donnell, Russian-born writer Margarita Meklina and musician Maja Elliott and guests for a unique afternoon of literature and music. Museum visit included in admission Venue: Irish Jewish Museum 3 Walworth Road (off Sth. Circular Rd.) Portobello, Dublin 8 Organiser: Irish Jewish Museum Admission: Adult: €7, Child: €5, Concession: €5 Email: [email protected] Website: jewishmuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 20th 15:30 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)


Yoga at City Hall Dublin City Hall, in partnership with Ballyfermot Sport and Fitness, will host 5 yoga sessions free of charge and open to yogis of all levels. Don't forget to bring your mat! Venue: City Hall Dublin Organiser: Dublin City Council Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 222 2204 Website: dublincityhall.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 08:00 09:00 Tue 22nd 08:00 09:00 Wed 23rd 08:00 09:00 Thu 24th 08:00 09:00 Fri 25th 08:00 09:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Out of the Doctor's Bag The doctor’s bag is the most recognised symbol of the general practitioner. This exhibition explores the development of the bag and its contents over the past two centuries. Venue: 6 Kildare Street Organiser: Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016698817 Website: rcpi.ie/heritage-centre/

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:00 16:00 Tue 22nd 10:00 16:00 Wed 23rd 10:00 16:00 Thu 24th 10:00 16:00 Fri 25th 10:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Beranger's Ireland To mark the bicentenary of the death of Gabriel Beranger, c. 1729-1817, this new exhibition features a selection of original eighteenth-century watercolours from the Royal Irish Academy collection. Venue: Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: Royal Irish Academy Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016090620 Website: ria.ie/library

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:00 17:00 Tue 22nd 10:00 17:00 Wed 23rd 10:00 17:00 Thu 24th 10:00 17:00 Fri 25th 10:00 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Galway's History Through Maps

As part of Irish Historic Towns Atlas, no. 28 Galway/Gaillimh this exhibition, in Irish and English, is curated by authors Jacinta Prunty and Paul Walsh and illustrates Galway's history through maps Venue: Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: Royal Irish Academy/Irish Historic Towns Atlas Email: [email protected] Telephone: +353-1-6762570 Website: ria.ie/research-projects/irish-historic-towns-atlas


EXHIBITION

The Fast and the Fancy Photography exhibition on the subject of Pigeon Racing. A striking and evocative series of photographs by John Carroll providing a unique insight to the world of Irish Pigeon Racing. Venue: Ballyfermot Library Organiser: Dublin City Public Libraries Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6269324 Website: dublincitypubliclibraries.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:00 20:00 Tue 22nd 10:00 20:00 Wed 23rd 10:00 20:00 Thu 24th 10:00 20:00 Fri 25th 10:00 17:00 Sat 26th 10:00 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION, OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Living Heritage Living Water. Experience the history, beauty and peace of this iconic building. Hidden Nature Treasure Hunt. Small 'Living Heritage' Exhibition. Open Daily. Worship Service with 'Water' theme 11am Sunday 27th.

Venue: Abbey Presbyterian Church Parnell Square Dublin 1 Organiser: Abbey Presbyterian Church Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0879674885 Website: abbeychurch.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 10:30 15:00 Tue 22nd 10:30 15:00 Wed 23rd 10:30 15:00 Thu 24th 10:30 15:00 Fri 25th 10:30 15:00 Sat 26th 10:30 15:00 Sun 27th 11:00 12:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Tours of 6 Kildare Street Step inside RCPI’s magnificent Victorian home on Kildare Street, and find out about the history of the building, and the College’s contribution to the development of medicine in Ireland. Venue: 6 Kildare Street Organiser: Royal College of Physicians of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016698817 Website: rcpi.ie/heritage-centre/

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 11:00 12:00 Mon 21st 14:30 15:30 Tue 22nd 11:00 12:00 Tue 22nd 14:30 15:30 Wed 23rd 11:00 12:00 Wed 23rd 14:30 15:30 Thu 24th 11:00 12:00 Thu 24th 14:30 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Heritage Week at RCSI RCSI will run free historic tours of the College at 123 St Stephen’s Green three times daily from Monday 21st – Wednesday 23rd August.

Venue: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, 123 St Stephen's Green (Enter through main door onto St Stephen's Green) Organiser: Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 402 2196 Website: rcsi.ie/heritageweek2017

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 11:00 12:00 Mon 21st 14:00 15:00 Mon 21st 17:00 18:00 Tue 22nd 11:00 12:00 Tue 22nd 14:00 15:00 Tue 22nd 17:00 18:00 Wed 23rd 11:00 13:00 Wed 23rd 14:00 15:00 Wed 23rd 17:00 18:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Free Guided Tours The Museum’s daily interactive guided tours are free of charge for Heritage Week. The 11.30 tour is suitable for adults & the 14.30 tour is activity based & suitable for families. Venue: National Print Museum Organiser: National Print Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35316603770 Website: nationalprintmuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 11:30 12:30 Mon 21st 14:30 15:30 Tue 22nd 11:30 12:30 Tue 22nd 14:30 15:30 Wed 23rd 11:30 12:30 Wed 23rd 14:30 15:30 Thu 24th 11:30 12:30 Thu 24th 14:30 15:30 Fri 25th 11:30 12:30 Fri 25th 14:30 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Writing Workshop for Children Writing Workshop for 9 to 13 year olds in Dublin Castle with Fighting Words veteran Caoimhe Creed. Exact meeting point given upon booking. Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Office of Public Works - Dublin Castle Email: [email protected]

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 11:30 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Lunchtime Recital: Piano Duo Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Piano Duo Jonathan Lycett and Stuart Nicholson Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

NGI Flower Garden & Pollinator Strip The NGI have been working with Horticulturist Ciaran Burke to create a Flower Garden/Pollinator Strip outside our newly refurbished building, join Ciaran for a pop-up talk on this lovely project. Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Merrion Square Entrance, 1.15pm, lasts c.30 minutes Organiser: The National Gallery Of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6633534 Website: nationalgallery.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Self-Discovery Through DNA Join us at Ancestry for a presentation on how AncestryDNA can provide living people with a connection to their history through DNA ethnicity, matches and records. Venue: Ancestry Information Operations Unlimited Company, 52-55 Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2 Organiser: Ancestry Information Operations Unlimited Company Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 765 1500

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 14:00 Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Ring the Bells Guided tour of the Cathedral and Belfry with the chance to ring the famous bells. For over 12’s only. Free but normal cathedral admission applies. Max 20 people, first-come, first-served. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 14:00 Tue 22nd 13:00 14:00 Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 Thu 24th 13:00 14:00 Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

TOUR

Monuments of Christ Church Tour Discover the monuments of Christ Church with cathedral archivist Stuart Kinsella on this fascinating tour. Free but normal cathedral admission applies. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral

Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

TALK

Politics is in Our Nature! Join Joanna Finegan and Maria Ryan from the NLI's Digital Collections as they explore the National Library’s Political Web Archive. Venue: National Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6030346/259 Website: wnli.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 13:00 13:45 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Family Outdoor Nature Trail Outdoor nature trail in St Patrick's Park, beside the Cathedral. Meet at the reception of St Patricks. Free but registration required. Best with ages 4+ Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 14:30 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Build Your Own Mini Bug Hotel Our gardens are filled with beneficial insects which help protect and pollinate our flowers. This children's drop-by workshop makes use of natural materials to create homes for creepy crawling guests!

Venue: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Organiser: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 804 0319 Website: botanicgardens.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 14:30 15:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

The Liberties Whiskey Fires Join acclaimed historian Las Fallon for a talk about the Liberties Whiskey Fires of the late 19th century. Free of charge but registration required. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 14:30 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Talks About the Warrenmount Area Local historians will give talks about different aspects of the history of the Warrenmount Area. Venue: Warrenmount Community Education Centre, Mill Street, Dublin 8 Organiser: Warrenmount Community Education Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014542622 Website: warrenmountcentre.ie



Free Guided Tour of St Patrick's Cathedral Free guided tour of the Cathedral with one of the official Cathedral guides. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 15:30 16:30 Tue 22nd 15:30 16:30 Wed 23rd 15:30 16:30 Thu 24th 15:30 16:30 Fri 25th 15:30 16:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Heritage & The Deaf Community The Centre for Deaf Studies ii Trinity College will present a topic on heritage links between Universities in Ireland and the Irish deaf community. Venue: Dr. John Bosco Conama Centre for Deaf Studies, Trinity College Dublin Organiser: Deaf Heritage Centre/ Dr. John Bosco Conama Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0872189960/ 01 5490812

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 18:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


After Hours Photography Night Ever wanted to see what the Cathedral looks like after hours? Here is a chance to visit and take the perfect photo! Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Mon 21st 18:30 19:30

Mon 21st 19:30 20:30 Mon 21st 20:30 21:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Teens Club: Paper Lampshades In this workshop combine basic electrical DIY techniques and the art of paper folding, to transform 2D paper into 3D lampshades. 12-14 years (morning session), 15-17 years (afternoon session) Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 10:00 12:30 Tue 22nd 13:30 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Family Workshop- Sculpture Become a sculptor and see the world in 3D. Explore the statues of Saint Patrick and others in the Cathedral and inspired by them make your own sculpture of Saint Patrick. Best with ages 7-14. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 10:30 11:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Open Church Saint Bartholomew's Church is a building by Wyatt with a unique interior decorated scheme by Thomas Deane. The church is undergoing a major restoration of both the exterior and interior.

Venue: Saint Bartholomew's Church, Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4 Organiser: Saint Bartholomew's Church Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016688522 Website: stbartholomews.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 11:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Lunchtime Recital: Cello and Piano Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Anne Murnaghan and Stuart Nicholson (Cello and Piano) Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, EXHIBITION

Irish Architectural Archive The Archive will host a series of weekday lunchtime lectures. On Saturday 26th enjoy Merrion Square Open Day and visit the largest terraced house on Merrion Square for tours and a lecture at 1pm. Venue: 45 Merrion Square East, Dublin 2 Organiser: Irish Architectural Archive Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6633040 Website: iarc.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 14:00 Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 Thu 24th 13:00 14:00 Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 Sat 26th 11:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Historical Tour of Grand Canal Join Ancestry's genealogists on a walking tour of the Grand Canal Dock area. Inspired by maps, documents and old newspapers, they will uncover the fascinating history behind today's 'Silicone Docks'. Venue: Outside Ancestry Information Operations Unlimited Company at 52-55 Sir John Rogerson's Quay, Dublin 2 Organiser: Ancestry Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 765 1500

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 14:00 Thu 24th 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Free Crypt Open Afternoon Explore the cathedral’s famous crypt and join us for a line-up of fun events to celebrate its upcoming refurbishment. Free entrance (does not include entrance to the main cathedral. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 18:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Yeats' Women Yeat's Women celebrate the poet's life and the extraordinary women who loved, inspired and supported him. With song, poetry and music - performed by Glynis Casson, Daniel Costello and Claire Roche. Venue: Central Library, Ilac Centre Organiser: Dublin City Public Libraries Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8734333

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 14:00

(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Conservation at the NLI How is a broken book fixed? Why do conservators loath tape? Intrigued? Then come and hear all about the work of a conservator at the NLI. Venue: National Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016030259/346 Website: nli.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:00 13:45 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Visit Robert West's Amazing House A rare peak at one of the most impressive listed Georgian House in Dublin! Guided by well know expert Marianne Gorman. Free entry but donations to our charity's work are much appreciated. Venue: 20 Dominick Street, Dublin 1 Organiser: Youth Work Ireland National Office Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0879545777 Website: youthworkireland.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 13:30 14:00 Fri 25th 17:30 18:00 Sat 26th 11:30 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Farmleigh Follies During this tour, we will look at some of the architectural features of the estate including the Clock Tower and the Dairy. Venue: Farmleigh House Phoenix Park Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie

Date Start Time End Time

Tue 22nd 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Dublin City Green Heritage Trail The Green Heritage Trail is a 2 hour long guided tour of Dublin city’s green hotspots that will allow participants to embark on a journey of discovery of nature and wildlife in the heart of the city. Venue: Fusiliers Arch: St. Stephen's Green Organiser: ECO-UNESCO Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-6625491 Website: ecounesco.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 14:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Yeats and the Cultural Revival Tour Join us for this public tour which explores the contribution of William Butler Yeats to the Irish Cultural Revival Venue: Nartional Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016030346/259 Website: nli.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 14:00 14:45 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Secular Art Tour Tour of the many beautiful pieces of art within the Cathedral including some of the stories behind them. Free of charge but registration required. Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time

Tue 22nd 14:30 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Talk on Valuation Office Archive Talk on Valuation Office Archive & Exhibition of Archive Books & Maps. Valuation Office has manuscript archive of rateable valuation information of all property in the State from 1850 Venue: Valuation Office, Irish Life Centre, Abbey Street Lower, Dublin 1. Organiser: Valuation Office Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01/8171149/8171046 Website: valoff.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 14:30 15:30 Thu 24th 14:30 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Plant Hunters in Petticoats Charlotte Salter-Townshend will highlight the accomplishments of women who, despite the odds, blazed a trail in botany. Venue: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Organiser: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 804 0319 Website: botanicgardens.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 15:00 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Geology & Genealogy The Odd Couple Ireland’s geology is represented by museum specimens. These specimens have labels with people’s names. Who were these people? Who had Irish minerals and fossils named after them? Genealogy can help. Venue: Unit 12, CHQ Building, IFSC, Dublin 1 Organiser: Irish Family History

Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 905 9216 Website: irishfamilyhistorycentre.com


WORKSHOP

Art and Philosophy Workshop Play with concepts, materials and mistakes around the castle, its collections and contested histories with sculptor Doireann NiGhrioghair and under the misguidance of Jenny Papassotiriou. Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Dublin Castle, Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]


OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, OPEN HISTORIC PROPERTY OR HERITAGE SITE

Explore Dublin's Phoenix Park Explore Dublin's Phoenix Park on an orienteering course. Two courses of about 3 km and 6 km, suitable for beginners and active people of all ages. Start anytime between 6 pm and 7 pm. Venue: Beside the Magazine Fort, near the Islandbridge Gate, Phoenix Park, Dublin 8 Organiser: Three Rock Orienteering Club (3ROC) Admission: Adult: €6, Child: €3, Concession: €3, Family: €15 Email: [email protected] Website: 3roc.net

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 18:00 19:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available)


Rush Hour Organ Recital The Wondrous Machine Organ Recital with David Leigh. Free but registration

required. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Grand Canal Walk - Dublin City Walk the Grand Canal to Grand Canal Dock and learn about the history and construction of the Grand Canal Venue: Meet at 1916 monument @ junction of Percy Place & Northumberland Rd Organiser: Royal Canal Amenity Group Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6991031 Website: royalcanal.ie

Date Start Time End Time Tue 22nd 19:00 20:00 Thu 24th 19:00 20:00 Fri 25th 12:00 13:00 Sun 27th 12:00 13:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Heritage Week Table Quiz Night Fancy yourself as a culture vulture or heritage know it all? Test your knowledge at our Heritage Week quiz night! Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Pond Dipping Explore the weird and wonderful diversity of insects and minibeasts living in and around the Pond at the National Botanic Gardens. Venue: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Organiser: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 804 0319 Website: botanicgardens.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 11:00 12:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

Gate Lodges The Natural Heritage of the Gate Lodges of the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 11:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


From Sand to Soil : Soil In the Soil: Global Action Plan explores what lies beneath! Unravel the mysteries of plants, animals & their place in our world - past & present. Ancient Ireland respected our natural world… do we? Venue: GLÁS Centre, Shangan Road, Ballymun, Dublin 9 Organiser: Global Action Plan Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 883 2185 Website: globalactionplan.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 11:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TOUR

Take Home the House's Hidden Secret Kids' Activity. Look for the Hidden Fauna & Flora of the house, then craft your favorite animals & plants into a mobile or a puppet to take home. On-going 11AM to 3PM. An adult must be present. Venue: 20 Dominick Street, Dublin 1 Organiser: Youth Work Ireland Natonal Office Admission: , Child: €5 Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 858 4521 Website: youthworkireland.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 11:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available)

WORKSHOP, PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Sea the Stars “Danger, disguises, blowing up beaches and a lovely recipe for hot chocolate! Journey alongside the brave Irish emigrants who changed the way we see nature, and made amazing scientific discoveries!” Venue: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, The chq Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1, D01 T6K4 Organiser: EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum Admission: Adult: €5.00, Child: €5.00, Concession: €5.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 906 0861 Website: epicchq.com

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 12:00 13:00 Sat 26th 12:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)


Lunchtime Recital: Piano Duo Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Piano Duo Roderick Elms and Joanna Smith Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Beranger Drawings in the RIA Free Lunchtime Lecture on the Dutch artist Gabriel Beranger by Dr Peter Harbison, MRIA. This lecture accompanies the Library exhibition 'Beranger's Ireland'. Venue: Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: Royal Irish Academy Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016090620 Website: ria.ie/library

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Scavenger Hunt A scavenger hunt through the village for children and adults. Venue: Meeting point to be confirmed on our Facebook page Organiser: Chapelizod Heritage Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0876470342

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Talk: Jan Weenix’s ‘Game-piece This is a gallery pop-up talk given by our Curator of British Art, Adrian le Harivel on Nature’s riches: Jan Weenix’s ‘Game-piece: the Garden of a Château’ Talks last 30 minutes. Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin 2, Merrion Square Entrance Organiser: The Natioanl Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6633508 Website: nationalgallery.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK, EXHIBITION

Remembering Fr William Doyle SJ Fr William Doyle SJ was killed by a German shell while trying to save a wounded soldier at Passchendaele on 16th August 1917. A Decade of Centenaries event Venue: Central Catholic Library, 74 Merrion Square, Dublin D02 TK30 Organiser: Central Catholic Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6761264 Website: catholiclibrary.ie/


TOUR

1017-2017 Walking Tour Walking tour of the cathedral and neighbourhood in the company of historian Mike Neill, including access to nearby St Werburgh’s church. Free but normal cathedral admission applies. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 14:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

TALK

The Wiltshire Collection at the NLI Join Elizabeth Kirwan, NLI Curator for a talk on the Wiltshire Photographic collection. Venue: National Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6030346/259 Website: nli.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 13:00 13:45 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Talk: Nature’s riches: Jan Weenix Pop-up talk by Curator of British Art, Adrian le Harivel, ‘Nature’s riches: Jan Weenix’s ‘Game-piece: the Garden of a Château’ Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin 2, Merrion Square Entrance, Room 39 Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6633508 Website: nationalgallery.ie/


WORKSHOP

Drop-in Event: Bone Stories Drop into the Museum to figure out which 'bones' belong to a Bronze Age burial, a bog body and a Viking skeleton. No Booking Required. Located in Learning Resource Room, First Floor. Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 334 Website: museum.ie/Home



Glasnevin: Dublin's Garden Cemetery Did you know that Glasnevin Cemetery is a Victorian ‘garden cemetery’? This tour will explore the history and natural heritage of the oldest parts of Ireland's most famous cemetery. Limited capacity. Venue: Glasnevin Cemetery Museum, Finglas Road, Dublin 11 Organiser: Glasnevin Cemetery Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-

8826550 Website: glasnevinmuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 14:00 16:00 Fri 25th 14:00 16:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

St Patrick's and the Huguenots Join Linda Taylor for a talk on St Patricks Cathedral's connections with the Huguenots. Held appropriately in the Lady (or French) Chapel of the Cathedral. Free of charge but registration required. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie


TALK, EXHIBITION

Library & Archive Open Afternoon A display of the National Gallery's library and archive collections connected with nature and heritage including works by Yeats, Orpen and much more! Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Millennium Wing, Centre for the Study of Irish Art Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6325517 Website: nationalgallery.ie/



A Guided Walk on the Binion Road Binion Road: Clonmany's Greenway - A wildlife guided walk to identify trees, plants, flowers, insects etc and to explore the river bank, hedgerows and place

names in the landscape. Venue: Market Square, Clonmany Organiser: St Columba's Straid Conservation Group Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087-2670503 Website: stcolumbasstraid.com

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 14:30 17:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Tour of Blackhall Place Visitors will be given a tour of the building and grounds and will be shown how the vision of the original Architect, Thomas Ivory, was realised and how the building has been adapted for modern use. Venue: Law Society headquarters, Blackhall Place Organiser: Law Society of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6724901 Website: lawsociety.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 17:00 18:00 Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 Sun 27th 14:00 15:00 Sun 27th 15:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

Watson's Nurseries 1884-1967 'So Many Sweet Flowers' This talk by Bernardine Ruddy of the Old Dublin Society explores the history of the famous Watson's Nurseries 1884-1967, from Clontarf to Killiney. Venue: Dublin City Library & Archive, 138-144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2 D02 HE37 Organiser: Old Dublin Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 3049706 Website: olddublinsociety.ie



Guitar and Organ Recital Rush Hour Recital. Guitar and Organ with Victoria Green and Stuart Nicholson. Free but registration required Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Choice, Your own Choice in Your own Space Grab 15sec to 15min to share a piece of poetry, prose, history, science or non-verbal act of YOUR choice or making at a place of your choice in the Castle. E: [email protected] in advance Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Dublin Castle, Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 18:30 21:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Heritage Week Scavenger Hunt Heritage Week Scavenger Hunt around the Cathedral. Follow clues and riddles to complete our challenge and be in with a chance to win prizes! Free of charge but registration needed. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 20:00 21:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car

Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Walking Through Time Join Liliane Puthod to discover how motifs from the natural world have shaped the beautiful architecture and observe specific details where nature and wildlife are discreetly represented. Venue: Dublin City Gallery The Hugh Lane Organiser: Dublin City Gallery The Hugh lane Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35312225550 Website: hughlane.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 11:00 12:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Grangegorman Walk A walk exploring the natural heritage of Grangegorman Military Cemetery. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 11:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Creatures of the Bog Trail This month we’re bog crazy at the Museum! Complete the creatures of the bog trail in the Irish Room and drop into the Discovery Zone to take a closer look at treasures from the bog! Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 316 Website: museum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 11:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Lunchtime Recital: Flute and Guitar Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Flute and Guitar Joanna Kirkwood and Victoria Green Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Mirror of the World Mirror of the World: Conserving captivating collections at the Chester Beatty Library. Talk by Dorothea Müller, Heritage Council Intern in Conservation Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TALK

The Viking Garden Experience the sights, sounds, scent & feel of Viking Dublin through the medium of plants with National Botanic Gardens guide Charlotte Salter-Townshend. Booking required. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: National Museum of Ireland- Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486

334 Website: museum.ie/Home


TALK

The Bigger Picture Join Maeve Casserly as she relates some amazing stories from our online community since the National Library joined the Flickr Commons in June 2011. Venue: National Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6030346/259 Website: nli.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 13:00 13:45 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Art Tour Farmleigh House Guided tour of artwork on display in Farmleigh House including the Guinness and State Art Collection. Venue: Farmleigh House, Phoenix Park Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 14:00 15:00 Sun 27th 11:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Between the Lines Archaeologists will present results from some of the recent discoveries that they have made during the excavations for Luas Cross City (St. Stephen's Green to Broombridge, Cabra) Venue: Chartered Accountants House, 47-49, Pearse Street, Dublin

2. Organiser: Transport Infrastructure Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6463678 Website: tii.ie/


WORKSHOP

Children's Workshop: Origami Come and get creative with paper at our new origami workshop, and learn about the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Venue: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Organiser: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland, Glasnevin Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 804 0319 Website: botanicgardens.ie

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 14:30 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Swift; Author, Dean and Banker Join historian Brendan Twomey for a talk about Jonathan Swift's work in the area of currency and micro financing. This event is free but registration is required Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie


TALK

Ancient DNA and Irish Origins Analyse of whole genomes from the past using ancient DNA of archaeological bones are giving new information on from where and when our ancestors came to Ireland thousands of years ago.

Venue: Unit 12, CHQ Building, IFSC, Dublin 1 Organiser: Irish Family History Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 905 9216 Website: irishfamilyhistorycentre.com


TOUR

From the Land to the Castle An exploration of how nature has shaped Dublin Castle, from the positioning in the landscape to the natural resources used in the buildings. With Dervilia Roche. Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Dublin Castle, Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 16:00 17:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

Tour: Prints, Drawings & Archives Tour of the Centre for the Study of Irish Art/Prints & Drawings collections: ‘Wild and domestic: nature in drawings and archives’ Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Milennium Wing entrance, Meet at reception Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6325517 Website: nationalgallery.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 17:00 18:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Treasure Hedgerow Hunt Walk of about 2km along the ancient Naul hedgerows discovering Naul's hidden treasures and history.

Venue: Seamus Ennis Centre Naul Organiser: Ballyboughal Hedgerow Society and Naul Tidy Town Admission: Adult: €3, Child: €2, Family: €8 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0863638487

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 18:00 19:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Raheny Library Table Quiz Test your knowledge on local history, architecture, music, sport, literature and more! Teams of 4 can register. Individuals will be assigned a team on the night. Venue: Raheny Library Organiser: Dublin City Public Libraries Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 831 5521

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 18:00 20:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Rush Hour Organ Recital The Wondrous Machine Organ Recital with Martina Smyth. Free but registration required. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Cathedral Tours After Hours An opportunity to visit the Cathedral after hours either self-guided or following one of the regular tours.

Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie


WORKSHOP, EXHIBITION

GSI Open Day Come explore what we do at Geological Survey Ireland through talks, an exhibition, interactive workshop and a geologist meet and greet. Venue: Geological Survey Ireland, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 Organiser: Geological Survey Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: +353 (0)1 678 2678 Website: gsi.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 11:00 16:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Magazine Fort The natural heritage of the Magazine Fort. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 12:00 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Lunchtime Recital: Vocal Quintet Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Vocal Quintet Phoenix Five


Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Tour of Cathal Brugha Barracks Guided tour of Cathal Brugha Barracks giving visitors a chance to experience our working and natural environment. Booking through Eventbrite essential. Venue: Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin 6 Organiser: The Military Archives Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 804 6457 Website: militaryarchives.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 13:00 14:00 Sat 26th 10:00 11:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Treasures of the Museum Take a tour of the iconic treasures in the National Museum of Ireland, including the ‘Tara’ Brooch and the Ardagh Chalice. Venue: National Museum of Ireland -Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 334 Website: museum.ie/Home


TALK

Pop up Talk A pop up talk on Rembrandt's Interior with Figures. Meet in Room 38, Milltown

Wing. No booking required, please ask at reception desk Venue: National Gallery of Ireland, Room 38 Organiser: National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/


TOUR

McKee Barracks Walking Tour A guided walking tour of the historical McKee Barracks in the context of its local environment Venue: Main GAte McKee BArracks, Blackhorse Avenue Organiser: McKee Barracks (Defence Forces) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 018046091/6090

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 13:30 15:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Fantastic Silver Beasts Discover the mythical animals hiding in our silver galleries! Go on an adventure to find some of the strange animals and create your own mythical creature. Art materials provided. Ages 6+ Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts & History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TOUR

Fantastic Silver Beasts

Discover the mythical animals hiding in our Irish Silver galleries! Go on an adventure to find some of the strange animals and create your own mythical creature. Art materials provided. Ages 6+ Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

J.Swift as Dean of St Patricks On his 350 birthday year, this talk reflects on Jonathan Swift's time as Dean of the Cathedral. With Cathedral historian Albert Fenton. Free but registration required. Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie


TALK, EXHIBITION

What Have Minerals Ever Done For Me? An illustrated talk on the surprising uses of minerals in our daily lives. Venue: Geological Survey Ireland, Beggars Bush, Haddington Rd. D04K7X4 Organiser: Geological Survey Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 678 2678 Website: gsi.ie



Rush Hour Jazz Recital Rush Hour Recital; A little light jazz, The Suzanne Savage Jazz Trio. Free but registration required. Venue: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie


TOUR

A Guerrilla Journey This has become our annual activity of cheek'n'tongue: a showcase of this year's realised and unrealised (or unrealistic!) projects and an alternative perspective of the castle's contested histories. Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Dublin Castle - Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 18:30 20:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Lost Breweries of Dublin Learn about the lost breweries of Dublin. Meet at Heuston Station near the Luas Stop and walk some of the lost breweries of Dublin and hear about their history Venue: Meet Outside Heuston Station (front entrance @ Luas) Organiser: Niall Galway Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016991031 Website: canalsofdublin.com/lost

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 19:00 20:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Living in Victorian Dublin: Seminar Living In Victorian Dublin is a free seminar exploring contrasting topics relating to this influential era in Dublin’s history including architecture, tenements, bourgeoisie homes, and homelessness. Venue: Council Chamber, Dublin City Hall, Dame Street, D2 Organiser: Dublin City Archives Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 674 4997 Website: dublincityarchives.ie



Nature by Du Noyer Celebrate this year’s ‘nature’ theme at Society House: Explore the drawings of noted antiquary George Victor du Noyer and visit our unique eighteenth-century garden. Tours run hourly from 11am to 3pm. Venue: Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland Organiser: Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 676 1749 Website: rsai.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 10:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Our History in Nature Conservation A mixture of illustrated talks with interactive displays, workshops and walks to pay tribute to the naturalists of the past who contributed to our knowledge and understanding of biodiversity today. Venue: North Bull Island Visitor Centre Organiser: Dublin City Council Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 2223418


TALK

Farmleigh Fabrics A talk about some of the historic fabrics belonging to the famous Guinness Collection in Farmleigh House. Venue: Farmleigh House Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

Merrion Square Open Day The Merrion Square Open Day offers a unique opportunity to get behind the doors of many houses not usually open to the public and to enjoy a wide range of events, tours and music. Venue: Merrion Square Organiser: Merrion Square Innovation Network Email: [email protected] Website: merrionsquare.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Merrion Square Open Day: My Favourite Animal Competition Win a chance for you and your family to get a private tour of the Dead Zoo! Drop-in on the day and draw your favourite animal to enter the competition. If you’re not in, you can’t win! Age 8 -14 years Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 316 Website: museum.ie


TALK

Lectures: Irish Historic Settlement The group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement provides a place for anyone with an interest in ways humans have adapted the Irish landscape across the centuries for habitation, and livelihood. Venue: Helen Roe Theatre, Basement of 63 Merrion Square, Dublin Organiser: Group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087 1301736 Website: irishsettlement.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Library and Archives Open Day Open Day in IRRS Library, Archives and Small Exhibits Museum of railway memorabilia in the former railway goods offices at Dublin Heuston Station. Venue: Irish Railway Record Society Buliding Organiser: Irish Railway Record Society Ltd. (IRRS) Email: [email protected] Telephone: N/A Website: irrs.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, FESTIVAL

Archaeofest 2017 The Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland is delighted to host Archaeofest 2017 - an archaeological extravaganza suitable for all the family. Join us for excavations, demonstrations and much more! Venue: Merrion Square Organiser: Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6629517 Website: iai.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Tour of Historic NGI House No. 5 South Leinster Street: Tour our beautiful 18th century house, hear the colourful history of its past occupants, from politicians to interior designers, from rack and ruin to restored splendour. Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Millennium Wing Entrance, meet at reception Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6619877 Website: nationalgallery.ie/


TOUR

Dublin North Inner City Walk to discover the heritage of Dublin North Inner city Ballybough Lower Drumcondra Royal Canal district Venue: The Arts and Business Campus 40 Lower Drumcondra Road Dublin Organiser: Forest Friends Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852536650 Website: forestfriends.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:30 14:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Treasures of the Bog Trail Take our Treasures of the Bog trail to learn more about the artifacts found in bogs and uncover some of the mysteries of Ireland’s wetlands! Drop-in event. No booking required. Wheelchair accessible. Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 334 Website: museum.ie/Home

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 11:30 13:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


The Green Mile Join us on our acclaimed walking tour of St Stephen’s Green, a handsome square which has played a key role in Irish history, and led by expert historian Donal Fallon. Venue: The Little Museum of Dublin Organiser: The Little Museum of Dublin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 661 1000 Website: littlemuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 12:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Women's History Walking Tour Join Maeve Casserly, Historian-in-Residence with Dublin City Council, on this tour exploring the lives of women from Medieval times to the 20th century, starting in Rathmines and ending in Temple Bar Venue: Rathmines Library Organiser: Dublin City Council Website: dublincity.ie/

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 12:00 13:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


St John’s Fun and Open Day See this 258 year old church with its Viking millstone, join the guided tours, and enjoy the games and stalls on this Open Day. Venue: St John the Evangelist Church and Hall, Tonlegee Road, Coolock Organiser: Coolock Church of Ireland Parish Email: [email protected] Website: coolock.dublin.anglican.org

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 13:00 17:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Within a Mile of Dublin Within a Mile of Dublin: Songs & Tunes live from ITMA is the second of a two-part live radio broadcast from ITMA on Merrion Square in association with Near FM & Phoenix FM. Venue: Irish Traditional Music Archive Organiser: Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-6619699 Website: itma.ie/


TALK

Monastic Landscapes & Biodiversity Join us for a talk on monastic landscapes and biodiversity by landscape architect Hayley Farrell. Free but normal cathedral admission applies. Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 14:00 15:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Don Conroy and the Art of Birds We have brought together artist Don Conroy and a beautiful bird of prey from falconry Ireland to demonstrate how to draw birds from the real deal - this is a first for the NGI! Booking essential.

Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin 2, Merrion Square Entrance Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/


WORKSHOP

Printing with Nature Join us for this free family drop in workshop and create your own series of unique prints by experimenting with printing with found objects in nature such as leaves and flowers. Venue: National Print Museum Organiser: National Print Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35316603770 Website: nationalprintmuseum.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sat 26th 14:30 16:30 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Chapelizod Village Life in the 1950's Chapelizod Heritage Society will present an afternoon of posters and refreshments, highlighting life in the village in the 1950s. Revisit the speedway, cinema and shops that have long since gone. Venue: Bandroom, Maidens Row, Chapelizod Organiser: Chapelizod Heritage Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0876470342


TALK

World Con Panel Discussion A panel discussion on the writings of Jonathan Swift and his influence on modern

science fiction and fantasy. With author CE Murphy, Brian Nisbet, Peadar Ó Guilín and James Shields. Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



Mammals of the Park Enjoy a talk and a walk on the various species of mammal found in the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie



Open Day at Georgian Townhouse An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this restored early Georgian townhouse now fully restored and available as holiday accommodation. Venue: Georgian Townhouse, 25 Eustace Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016704733 Website: irishlandmark.com

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 10:00 16:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)


Open Day at Merrion Mews

An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this restored Georgian mews and stables which are now used by the Garda Mounted Unit. Venue: Merrion Mews, 63 Fitzwilliam Lane, Dublin 2 Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016704733 Website: irishlandmark.com


OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Dodder Otter Spotting Go Dodder otter spotting and become aware of the river's nature with Tim Clabon of the Irish Wildlife Trust Venue: Meet at Dropping Well Milltown Organiser: Dodder Action Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1744938 Website: dodderaction.org

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 10:00 12:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP

Dublin Body Painting Jam Create beautiful artworks using your body as the canvas, Get involved by picking up a brush, a camera, or try modelling! This year's theme to celebrate Heritage Week 2017 is 'The Salmon of Knowledge'. Venue: Dublin City Organiser: Dublin Body Paint Admission: Adult: €20, Concession: €15 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0834175786 Website: dublinbodypaint.com

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 10:00 17:00 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

EXHIBITION

One Dodder Day

One Dodder Day. Is a photographic record of one day in the life of the River Dodder. River-lovers will be given just one day to photograph the River Dodder for this exhibition Venue: The Hive, Herbert Park Organiser: Dodder Action Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1744938 Website: dodderaction.org


OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Park Orienteering An orienteering event in St Annes Park, suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. There will be 3 courses on offer, Short, Medium, and Long. Venue: Saint Anne's Park, Raheny, Dublin Organiser: Fingal Orienteers Admission: Adult: €6, Child: €3, Family: €12 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8452386, 086 1662871 Website: fingal.orienteering.ie

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 11:00 13:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available)


Women's History Walking Tour Join Maeve Casserly, Historian-in-Residence with Dublin City Council, on this tour exploring the lives of women from Medieval times to the 20th century, walking from Ballsbridge to Stephen's Green Venue: Pembroke Library, Ballsbridge Organiser: Dublin City Council Website: dublincity.ie/



Music on Koto and Shakuhachi Join us for an afternoon of live music featuring koto, the Japanese zither, and shakuhachi, the Japanese bamboo flute. Listen to the music from the Edo period and 20th-century melodies. Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie


WORKSHOP

Genius 1.0: It’s In Your Nature We will explore our own nature - our family history - with a fun arts and crafts workshop! The children will create a family crest and family tree and get some goodies on the day. (Age 7-10 Years) Venue: Unit 12, CHQ Building, IFSC, Dublin 1 Organiser: Irish Family History Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 905 9216 Website: irishfamilyhistorycentre.com


TALK

Design and Nature There is no better designer than nature’ Join designers at the Museum to hear how nature inspires their practice. No booking required places allocated on a first come basis. Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 14:30 16:30 (Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

All-Ireland Pollinator Plan A talk and a walk looking at the various species of pollinator found in the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day. Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie


WORKSHOP

Things and Words: Curious and Curiouser From Arabic to Irish. From Turkish to Swahili. From Curious to Curiouser. We will invade Dublin Castle’s collection armed with words (cherished, new, foreign, unknown, forgotten or discarded…). Venue: Dublin Castle (exact meeting point upon booking) Organiser: Dublin Castle, Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]


TOUR

Balrothery Bats Meet the Balrothery Bats with Kevin Delahunty of Bat Conservation Ireland! Hear pipistrelles, Daubentons bats and perhaps Leislers bats! Venue: Meet outside Cottage Tea rooms Firhouse Organiser: Dodder Action Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1744938 Website: dodderaction.org

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 20:00 22:00 (Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

Showing 7 Dublin – Dublin City Events Added after 8th June TOUR

Turas Poiblí Turas Poiblí: Stair agus Oidhreacht na Leabharlainne Náisiúnta Ar mhaith leat níos mó a fhoghlaim faoi do Leabharlann Náisiúnta? Ar mhaith leat é seo a dhéanamh as Gaeilge? .

Venue: National Library of Ireland Organiser: National Library of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016030278/259 Website: nli.ie



TOUR, PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT

Drama on the Dodder at Donnybrook a short, easy amble along the Dodder footpath from Beaver Row footbridge to Clonskea, stopping at several points along the way for anecdotes, history, poetry, and music.

Venue: on river walk between footbridge on Beaver Row and Clonskea Organiser: Beaver Row Heritage Players Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1249456

Date Start Time End Time Sat 19th 14:00 16:00 Sun 20th 14:00 16:00

(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Heritage Herbs, Crafts & Creations Phoenix Forest School is very excited to be teaming up with Oein DeBhairduin for an intercultural day of celebration of Irish heritage, inclusive of Traveller heritage.

Venue: Phoenix Park Organiser: Phoenix Forest School Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0831916252

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 10:00 15:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Go Wild in Marsh's Marsh's will open it's garden for children to 'go wild' in! We welcome you to come and take part in stations learning about, hunting for and creating with the natural things found in the garden!

Venue: Marsh's Library Organiser: Marsh's Library Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 4543511 Website: marshlibrary.ie

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 10:00 12:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TOUR

Wildlife at Croke Park Learn all about the hidden world of Croke Park's wildlife on these extra special guided tours. This family friendly event includes an all-access stadium tour and workshop with our wildlife expert.

Venue: GAA Museum Organiser: GAA Museum

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 018192323 Website: crokepark.ie/gaamuseum

Date Start Time End Time Wed 23rd 23:00 13:00 Wed 23rd 14:00 16:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Banter: How do you see Nature? How do you see nature? A Banter discussion about how nature influences our life, work and the world around us with poet Mark Roper, Birdwatch Ireland’s Niall Hatch, educator Grace Garde and guests.

Venue: National Print Museum, Garrison Chapel, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 Organiser: Banter / The Heritage Council Admission: Adult: €10, Concession: €5 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 1850 200 878 Website: thisisbanter.com/

Date Start Time End Time Thu 24th 18:00 20:30

(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)


Architectural/Historical Walk Tour Meet: 11.50am in the War Memorial Gardens, Islandbridge, under the temple dome close to the entrance for a walking tour of the Irish War Memorial Gardens and the Wellington Testimonial, Pheonix park.

Venue: War Memorial Gardens Islandbridge to Wellington Monument Organiser: Kilmainham-Inchicore Festival Email: [email protected] Telephone: 00353894145771 Website: kilmainhamartsclub.wordpress.org

Date Start Time End Time Fri 25th 00:00 13:30

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

WORKSHOP, EXHIBITION

GSI Open Day Come explore what we do at Geological Survey Ireland through talks, an exhibition, interactive workshop and a geologist meet and greet.

Venue: Geological Survey Ireland, Beggars Bush, Haddington Road, Dublin 4 Organiser: Geological Survey Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: +353 (0)1 678 2678 Website: gsi.ie




Magazine Fort The natural heritage of the Magazine Fort. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day.

Venue: Phoenix Park Visitor Centre Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 - 6770095 Website: phoenixpark.ie




Lunchtime Recital: Vocal Quintet Lunchtime Recital in the beautiful Lady Chapel of the Cathedral. Free but registration required. Featuring; Vocal Quintet Phoenix Five



(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Tour of Cathal Brugha Barracks Guided tour of Cathal Brugha Barracks giving visitors a chance to experience our working and natural environment. Booking through Eventbrite essential.

Venue: Cathal Brugha Barracks, Rathmines, Dublin 6 Organiser: The Military Archives Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 804 6457 Website: militaryarchives.ie


Sat 26th 10:00 11:00

(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TOUR

Treasures of the Museum

Take a tour of the iconic treasures in the National Museum of Ireland, including the ‘Tara’ Brooch and the Ardagh Chalice.

Venue: National Museum of Ireland -Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 334 Website: museum.ie/Home



TALK

Pop up Talk A pop up talk on Rembrandt's Interior with Figures. Meet in Room 38, Milltown Wing. No booking required, please ask at reception desk

Venue: National Gallery of Ireland, Room 38 Organiser: National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/



TOUR

McKee Barracks Walking Tour A guided walking tour of the historical McKee Barracks in the context of its local environment

Venue: Main GAte McKee BArracks, Blackhorse Avenue Organiser: McKee Barracks (Defence Forces) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 018046091/6090


(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

WORKSHOP, TOUR

Fantastic Silver Beasts Discover the mythical animals hiding in our Irish Silver galleries! Go on an adventure to find some of the strange animals and create your own mythical creature. Art materials provided. Ages 6+

Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home



TALK

J.Swift as Dean of St Patricks On his 350 birthday year, this talk reflects on Jonathan Swift's time as Dean of the Cathedral. With Cathedral historian Albert Fenton. Free but registration required.

Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie



TALK, EXHIBITION

What Have Minerals Ever Done For Me? An illustrated talk on the surprising uses of minerals in our daily lives.

Venue: Geological Survey Ireland, Beggars Bush, Haddington Rd. D04K7X4 Organiser: Geological Survey Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 678 2678 Website: gsi.ie




Rush Hour Jazz Recital Rush Hour Recital; A little light jazz, The Suzanne Savage Jazz Trio. Free but registration required.




TOUR

A Guerrilla Journey This has become our annual activity of cheek'n'tongue: a showcase of this year's realised and unrealised (or unrealistic!) projects and an alternative perspective of the castle's contested histories.

Venue: Dublin Castle - exact meeting point upon booking Organiser: Dublin Castle - Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]




Lost Breweries of Dublin Learn about the lost breweries of Dublin. Meet at Heuston Station near the Luas Stop and walk some of the lost breweries of Dublin and hear about their history

Venue: Meet Outside Heuston Station (front entrance @ Luas) Organiser: Niall Galway Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016991031 Website: canalsofdublin.com/lost


(Not suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

PERFORMANCE OR REENACTMENT, TALK

199 Years - The Story So Far The Mendicity Institution has been addressing the needs of Dublin's poor for 199 years. Staff and Volunteers will make a lively 90 minute presentation on its history.

Venue: 9, Island Street, Dublin 8 Organiser: The Mendicity Institution

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6773308 Website: mendicity.org



TALK

Living in Victorian Dublin: Seminar Living In Victorian Dublin is a free seminar exploring contrasting topics relating to this influential era in Dublin’s history including architecture, tenements, bourgeoisie homes, and homelessness.

Venue: Council Chamber, Dublin City Hall, Dame Street, D2 Organiser: Dublin City Archives Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 674 4997 Website: dublincityarchives.ie




Nature by Du Noyer Celebrate this year’s ‘nature’ theme at Society House: Explore the drawings of noted antiquary George Victor du Noyer and visit our unique eighteenth-century garden. Tours run hourly from 11am to 3pm.

Venue: Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland Organiser: Royal Society of Antiquaries of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 676 1749 Website: rsai.ie



WORKSHOP, TALK

Our History in Nature Conservation A mixture of illustrated talks with interactive displays, workshops and walks to pay tribute to the naturalists of the past who contributed to our knowledge and understanding of biodiversity today.

Venue: North Bull Island Visitor Centre Organiser: Dublin City Council Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 2223418


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Farmleigh Fabrics A talk about some of the historic fabrics belonging to the famous Guinness Collection in Farmleigh House.

Venue: Farmleigh House Organiser: OPW Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8155914 Website: farmleigh.ie



TOUR, TALK

Merrion Square Open Day The Merrion Square Open Day offers a unique opportunity to get behind the doors of many houses not usually open to the public and to enjoy a wide range of events, tours and music.

Venue: Merrion Square Organiser: Merrion Square Innovation Network Email: [email protected] Website: merrionsquare.ie



WORKSHOP

Merrion Square Open Day: My Favourite Animal Competition Win a chance for you and your family to get a private tour of the Dead Zoo! Drop-in on the day and draw your favourite animal to enter the competition. If you’re not in, you can’t win! Age 8 -14 years

Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 316 Website: museum.ie



TALK

Lectures: Irish Historic Settlement

The group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement provides a place for anyone with an interest in ways humans have adapted the Irish landscape across the centuries for habitation, and livelihood.

Venue: Helen Roe Theatre, Basement of 63 Merrion Square, Dublin Organiser: Group for the Study of Irish Historic Settlement Email: [email protected] Telephone: 087 1301736 Website: irishsettlement.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Free)


Library and Archives Open Day Open Day in IRRS Library, Archives and Small Exhibits Museum of railway memorabilia in the former railway goods offices at Dublin Heuston Station.

Venue: Irish Railway Record Society Buliding Organiser: Irish Railway Record Society Ltd. (IRRS) Email: [email protected] Telephone: N/A Website: irrs.ie



OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE, FESTIVAL

Archaeofest 2017 The Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland is delighted to host Archaeofest 2017 - an archaeological extravaganza suitable for all the family. Join us for excavations, demonstrations and much more!

Venue: Merrion Square Organiser: Institute of Archaeologists of Ireland

Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6629517 Website: iai.ie



TOUR

Tour of Historic NGI House No. 5 South Leinster Street: Tour our beautiful 18th century house, hear the colourful history of its past occupants, from politicians to interior designers, from rack and ruin to restored splendour.

Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Millennium Wing Entrance, meet at reception Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6619877 Website: nationalgallery.ie/



TOUR

Tour of Iveagh House Tour of Iveagh House. Iveagh House, now the headquarters of the Department of Foreign Affairs, was built in 1736 by architect Richard Cassels and later became the townhouse o

Venue: Iveagh House, 80 St. Stephen's Green Organiser: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Website: dfa.ie/


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR

Dublin North Inner City Walk to discover the heritage of Dublin North Inner city Ballybough Lower Drumcondra Royal Canal district

Venue: The Arts and Business Campus 40 Lower Drumcondra Road Dublin Organiser: Forest Friends Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0852536650 Website: forestfriends.ie



WORKSHOP

Treasures of the Bog Trail Take our Treasures of the Bog trail to learn more about the artifacts found in bogs and uncover some of the mysteries of Ireland’s wetlands! Drop-in event. No booking required. Wheelchair accessible.

Venue: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Organiser: National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486 334 Website: museum.ie/Home




The Green Mile Join us on our acclaimed walking tour of St Stephen’s Green, a handsome square which has played a key role in Irish history, and led by expert historian Donal Fallon.

Venue: The Little Museum of Dublin Organiser: The Little Museum of Dublin Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 661 1000 Website: littlemuseum.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (No Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)


Women's History Walking Tour Join Maeve Casserly, Historian-in-Residence with Dublin City Council, on this tour exploring the lives of women from Medieval times to the 20th century, starting in Rathmines and ending in Temple Bar

Venue: Rathmines Library Organiser: Dublin City Council Website: dublincity.ie/




St John’s Fun and Open Day See this 258 year old church with its Viking millstone, join the guided tours, and enjoy the games and stalls on this Open Day.

Venue: St John the Evangelist Church and Hall, Tonlegee Road, Coolock Organiser: Coolock Church of Ireland Parish

Email: [email protected] Website: coolock.dublin.anglican.org




Within a Mile of Dublin Within a Mile of Dublin: Songs & Tunes live from ITMA is the second of a two-part live radio broadcast from ITMA on Merrion Square in association with Near FM & Phoenix FM.

Venue: Irish Traditional Music Archive Organiser: Irish Traditional Music Archive (ITMA) Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01-6619699 Website: itma.ie/


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required) (Free)

TALK

Monastic Landscapes & Biodiversity Join us for a talk on monastic landscapes and biodiversity by landscape architect Hayley Farrell. Free but normal cathedral admission applies.

Venue: Christ Church Cathedral Organiser: Christ Church Cathedral Dublin Admission: Adult: €6.50, Child: €2.50, Concession: €5.00, Family: €11.00 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016778099 Website: christchurchcathedral.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (No Car Parking Available)

WORKSHOP, TALK

Don Conroy and the Art of Birds We have brought together artist Don Conroy and a beautiful bird of prey from falconry Ireland to demonstrate how to draw birds from the real deal - this is a first for the NGI! Booking essential.

Venue: The National Gallery of Ireland, Dublin 2, Merrion Square Entrance Organiser: The National Gallery of Ireland Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 6633510 Website: nationalgallery.ie/



WORKSHOP

Printing with Nature Join us for this free family drop in workshop and create your own series of unique prints by experimenting with printing with found objects in nature such as leaves and flowers.

Venue: National Print Museum Organiser: National Print Museum Email: [email protected] Telephone: +35316603770 Website: nationalprintmuseum.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

EXHIBITION

Chapelizod Village Life in the 1950's Chapelizod Heritage Society will present an afternoon of posters and refreshments, highlighting life in the village in the 1950s. Revisit the speedway, cinema and shops that have long since gone.

Venue: Bandroom, Maidens Row, Chapelizod Organiser: Chapelizod Heritage Society Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0876470342



TOUR, TALK

Guided Walk: Edible Trees Find out how trees provide many of our commonly eaten fruits.

Venue: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland Organiser: National Botanic Gardens of Ireland Admission: Adult: €5 Email: [email protected] Telephone: (01) 804 0319/ 857 0909 Website: botanicgardens.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available)

TALK

World Con Panel Discussion A panel discussion on the writings of Jonathan Swift and his influence on modern science fiction and fantasy. With author CE Murphy, Brian Nisbet, Peadar Ó Guilín and James Shields.

Venue: St Patrick's Cathedral Organiser: Saint Patrick's Cathedral Email: [email protected] Telephone: 014539472 Website: stpatrickscathedral.ie




Mammals of the Park Enjoy a talk and a walk on the various species of mammal found in the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day.





Open Day at Georgian Townhouse An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this restored early Georgian townhouse now fully restored and available as holiday accommodation.

Venue: Georgian Townhouse, 25 Eustace Street, Dublin 2 Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016704733 Website: irishlandmark.com

Date Start Time End Time Sun 27th 10:00 16:00



Open Day at Merrion Mews An opportunity to see the conservation work of Irish Landmark Trust. Enjoy a self-guided tour of this restored Georgian mews and stables which are now used by the Garda Mounted Unit.

Venue: Merrion Mews, 63 Fitzwilliam Lane, Dublin 2 Organiser: Irish Landmark Trust Email: [email protected] Telephone: 016704733 Website: irishlandmark.com



OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Dodder Otter Spotting Go Dodder otter spotting and become aware of the river's nature with Tim Clabon of the Irish Wildlife Trust

Venue: Meet at Dropping Well Milltown Organiser: Dodder Action Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1744938 Website: dodderaction.org



WORKSHOP

Dublin Body Painting Jam Come see us create beautiful artworks using the body as the canvas in the National Wax Museum Plus, This year's theme to celebrate Heritage Week 2017 is 'The Salmon of Knowledge'.

Venue: National Wax Museum Organiser: Dublin Body Paint / National Wax Museum Plus Admission: Adult: €20, Concession: €15 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0834175786 Website: dublinbodypaint.com


(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Car Parking Available) (Booking Required)

EXHIBITION

One Dodder Day One Dodder Day. Is a photographic record of one day in the life of the River Dodder. River-lovers will be given just one day to photograph the River Dodder for this exhibition

Venue: The Hive, Herbert Park Organiser: Dodder Action Email: [email protected] Telephone: 086 1744938 Website: dodderaction.org



OUTDOORS AND ACTIVE

Park Orienteering

An orienteering event in St Annes Park, suitable for all ages and levels of fitness. There will be 3 courses on offer, Short, Medium, and Long.

Venue: Saint Anne's Park, Raheny, Dublin Organiser: Fingal Orienteers Admission: Adult: €6, Child: €3, Family: €12 Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 8452386, 086 1662871 Website: fingal.orienteering.ie


(Suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Partial) (Car Parking Available)


Women's History Walking Tour Join Maeve Casserly, Historian-in-Residence with Dublin City Council, on this tour exploring the lives of women from Medieval times to the 20th century, walking from Ballsbridge to Stephen's Green

Venue: Pembroke Library, Ballsbridge Organiser: Dublin City Council Website: dublincity.ie/




Music on Koto and Shakuhachi Join us for an afternoon of live music featuring koto, the Japanese zither, and shakuhachi, the Japanese bamboo flute. Listen to the music from the Edo period and 20th-century melodies.

Venue: Chester Beatty Library Organiser: Chester Beatty Library Email: [email protected]

Telephone: 01 4070750 Website: cbl.ie



WORKSHOP

Genius 1.0: It’s In Your Nature We will explore our own nature - our family history - with a fun arts and crafts workshop! The children will create a family crest and family tree and get some goodies on the day. (Age 7-10 Years)

Venue: Unit 12, CHQ Building, IFSC, Dublin 1 Organiser: Irish Family History Centre Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 905 9216 Website: irishfamilyhistorycentre.com



TALK

Design and Nature There is no better designer than nature’ Join designers at the Museum to hear how nature inspires their practice. No booking required places allocated on a first come basis.

Venue: Collins Barracks Organiser: National Museum of Ireland-Decorative Arts and History Email: [email protected] Telephone: 01 6486453 Website: museum.ie/Home


(Not suitable for Children under 12) (Wheelchair Access - Full) (Car Parking Available) (Free)

TOUR, TALK

All-Ireland Pollinator Plan A talk and a walk looking at the various species of pollinator found in the Phoenix Park. Places are limited and are on a first come first served basis on the day.




WORKSHOP

Things and Words: Curious and Curiouser From Arabic to Irish. From Turkish to Swahili. From Curious to Curiouser. We will invade Dublin Castle’s collection armed with words (cherished, new, foreign, unknown, forgotten or discarded…).

Venue: Dublin Castle (exact meeting point upon booking) Organiser: Dublin Castle, Office of Public Works Email: [email protected]



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