15:00 - 16:00 | Sunday | 23 August 2026, Adults and Children
HERITAGE WEEK: Lámha Ciúine: Ireland's quiet loss of traditional skills
Admission Free | Booking Required
Heritage Week Event: Traditional Craft Talk
National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park
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Lámha Ciúine: Ireland's quiet loss of traditional skills
Join Irish Folklife curator Tiernan Gaffney to learn about the history of traditional craftspeople in Ireland and the communities that once depended on them. This talk explores the artefacts and memories tied to traditional Irish skills and their quiet fading from everyday life. Learn how the museum is preserving these crafts and supporting the makers keeping these skills alive today.
Tiernan Gaffney
Curator, Assistant Keeper Grade II
Tiernan joined the Irish Folklife Division in 2022. He holds an MA in Irish Folklore & Ethnology (UCD) and a BA in Creative Music Production (IADT). Tiernan is responsible for the Crafts, Trades and Occupations collection and Social, Sport and Human Connection Collection.
What You’ll Experience
- Talk on trades and crafts
Who Is This Event For?
- General visitors
- Special interest: History, Craft, Tradition, Trades
Dates & Times
- Sunday, 23rd August 2026, 15:00-16:00
Location
Museum Grounds
National Museum of Ireland – Turlough Park
Turlough, Castlebar, Co. Mayo
F23 HY31
Meeting Point: Reception Museum Galleries
Accessibility Information
- Wheelchair accessible
Booking Information
- Free
- Booking required
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes
How long does the event last?
1 hrs
Is the event suitable for children?
Yes
Where do I go when I arrive?
Towards reception Museum Galleries
Location:
HERITAGE WEEK: Lámha Ciúine: Ireland's quiet loss of traditional skills is located at:
Turlough Park,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo
F23 HY31
Join curator Tiernan Gaffney for a heritage week talk on trades and crafts
Turlough Park
Turlough Park,
Castlebar,
Co. Mayo,
F23 HY31
+353 94 903 1755