Herstory – Celebrating Women’s Little Christmas
Artists Caroline Conway and Tina Claffey will be transforming Birr Castle Courtyard with a stunning video projection celebrating the pioneering scientist Mary Ward.
Birr Castle Courtyard
6th January 2017 at 6:00 pm
Illuminate Herstory is a new annual global light festival celebrating women and equality. Traditionally in Ireland we celebrate Nollaig na mBan (Women's Little Christmas) as the Christmas lights go out over the first weekend in January. We invite you to join us on the 6th January 2018 and together we will illuminate the world with women
National Heritage Week 17th - 25th August 2019
This year the theme for National Heritage Week is Pastimes | Past Times. This theme gives a unique look at how our ancestors spent their time, from medieval battle to Victorian fern collecting, and everything in between. See how these pastimes have changed over time, or in some cases, how they have not changed at all. Come along to Heritage Week 2019 and immerse yourself in a fascinating look at the past.
Time: 17th August to 25th August 2019
This year the theme for National Heritage Week is Pastimes | Past Times. This theme gives a unique look at how our ancestors spent their time, from medieval battle to Victorian fern collecting, and everything in between. See how these pastimes have changed over time, or in some cases, how they have not changed at all. Come along to Heritage Week 2019 and immerse yourself in a fascinating look at the past.
Time: 17th August to 25th August 2019
THE 55TH ANNUAL STRADBALLY NATIONAL STEAM RALLY
The 55th event in the series will take place on Sunday August 4th and Monday August 5th 2019. This is considered by many to be the premier event in the calendar of steam and vintage shows throughout Ireland. It attracts a wide range of working exhibits and a huge attendance of visitors. It is much enhanced by its very convenient location to the rear of Main Street, adjacent to all of the town facilities. The rallies are approved under the code of conduct of the National Traction Engine Trust.
Time: 4th August to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
The 55th event in the series will take place on Sunday August 4th and Monday August 5th 2019. This is considered by many to be the premier event in the calendar of steam and vintage shows throughout Ireland. It attracts a wide range of working exhibits and a huge attendance of visitors. It is much enhanced by its very convenient location to the rear of Main Street, adjacent to all of the town facilities. The rallies are approved under the code of conduct of the National Traction Engine Trust.
Time: 4th August to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
THE 55TH ANNUAL STRADBALLY NATIONAL STEAM RALLY
The 55th event in the series will take place on Sunday August 4th and Monday August 5th 2019. This is considered by many to be the premier event in the calendar of steam and vintage shows throughout Ireland. It attracts a wide range of working exhibits and a huge attendance of visitors. It is much enhanced by its very convenient location to the rear of Main Street, adjacent to all of the town facilities. The rallies are approved under the code of conduct of the National Traction Engine Trust.
Time: 4th August to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
The 55th event in the series will take place on Sunday August 4th and Monday August 5th 2019. This is considered by many to be the premier event in the calendar of steam and vintage shows throughout Ireland. It attracts a wide range of working exhibits and a huge attendance of visitors. It is much enhanced by its very convenient location to the rear of Main Street, adjacent to all of the town facilities. The rallies are approved under the code of conduct of the National Traction Engine Trust.
Time: 4th August to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
Turn back time in the beautiful Georgian heritage town of Birr and revel in its contemporary culture with a dynamic range of vintage and modern events for all ages during the 51st Annual Birr Vintage Week & Arts Festival.
Time: 2nd August to 10th August 2019
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival, Durrow, Co Laois July 28th - August 5th 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019
There are so many workshops and events at this year's Durrow Scarecrow Festival, so here is a brief rundown of them all! Booking is essential for some of their workshops and events.... So check them out here...
Time: 28th July to 5th August 2019