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We are a heritage organization which undertakes projects that make a real and appreciable difference to the attractiveness of Galway as a place to live and work in, or to visit.

Galway Civic Trust has completed more than 50 projects since it was founded in 1992. Our work ranges from small-scale tasks such as the erection of plaques and the floodlighting of O'Brien's Bridge, to large-scale projects like the restoration of the Mutton Island Lighthouse and Keeper's Cottages.


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Galway Coat of Arms which can be seen in the Galway City Museum Galway Civic Trust is a registered charity, supported by FÁS and Galway City Council, but relying for most of its running costs on memberships and donations. Members are encouraged to become involved and may vote at our Annual General Meeting. Join Us>>

Case Studies
Fishery Tower Situated in the centre of the City, beside the River Corrib and facing Nimmo's Pier and the Claddagh, the Fishery Tower is one of Galway's best known architectural landmarks. The Fishery Tower is truly unique, in that it is the only building of its kind in Ireland.
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Recent Projects
The Tea House, possibly 18-19th century, is all that remains of the Dangan estate home of Richard Martin. It is situated slightly downstream from Menlo Castle, which was destroyed by fire in 1910, and it is thought that the Tea House was the Martin's way of "cocking a snoot" at their neighbours, the Blakes of Menlo. From the Tea House the Martins and their guests watched the activities on the river while enjoying afternoon tea.
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Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Saturday August 22nd to Sunday August 30th, 11am to 12pm Visit The Kings Head, at the Heart of Medieval Galway. Visit this historic building with its many artifacts and view a video documentary on the conservation and presentation of the remains of Banks Castle Venue: The Kings Head, High Stre ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Saturday August 22nd, 10.30am Medieval City Walk with historian Willie Henry Visit Galways historic and archaeological landmarks with our expert guides, and hear about the people and events that helped shape todays Galway Meet at Browne Doorway, Eyre Square For more information contact C ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Sunday 23rd August, 12.30pm and 3pm Puppet Show, Na Sióga agus an Gréasaí Family puppet show suitable for ages 4 upwards performed by Branar Theatre for children Venue: Nuns Island Theatre Booking is essential, contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Sunday August 23rd, 8pm Harp Recital and Poetry Reading with Kathleen Loughnane, harper and Moya Cannon, poet. Venue: Nuns Island Theatre Booking is essential, for more information contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Monday August 24th, 3pm Medieval City Walk with historian Peadar ODowd Visit Galways historic and archaeological landmarks with our expert guides, and hear about the people and events that helped shape todays Galway Meet at Browne Doorway, Eyre Square For more information contact Carolin ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Monday August 24th, 8pm Annual Heritage Week Lecture, The Wreck of the Julia, social conflict and tragedy in Conamara, 1873 Annual Lecture with Dr.John Cunningham. Venue: Harbour Hotel, New Docks Road For bookings contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Tuesday August 25th, 3pm Visit to Galway Cathedral including short organ recital by Ray ODonnell Guided tour of Galways famous Cathedral, the story of its development and view its wonderful interior Booking is essential, contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Wednesday August 25th, 8.30pm Table Quiz in Lohans, Salthill. Tables of 4, €10 per person. For bookings or more information contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Wednesday August 26th, 3pm Barna Woods Walk and Talk on Herbs and Remedies Discover the wonder and curative properties of local wild herbs with Dr. Dilis Clare Venue: Barna Woods, meet at the Cappagh Road sports ground carpark Booking is essential, contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@ ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Thursday August 27th, 3pm Visit St.Nicholas Collegiate Church with historian Peadar ODowd Visit with local historian to the largest Medieval parish church in continuous use in Ireland For bookings or more information contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Thursday August 27th, 8pm Galileo and the International Year of Astronomy 2009 with Prof. Markus Woerner Enjoy an exciting astronomy lecture with renouned Professor, Michael Redfern. See the planets on the night, weather permitting. Venue: NUI, Galway. Meet at Quad Archway, University Road ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Friday August 28th, 10am. Traditional Poaching in Galway City and County Talk on the traditional poaching methods in Galway city and county by Inspector Pat Gorman of the Regional Fisheries Board. Venue: Galway Rowing Club, Woodquay. Booking is essential. Contact Caroline at 091 564946 o ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Saturday August 29th, 11am Visit St. Nicolas Collegiate Church with historian Willie Henry Visit with local historian to the largest Medieval parish church in continuous use in Ireland For bookings contact Caroline at 091 564946 or info@galwaycivictrust.ie ... More
16 Jul 2009
Heritage Week 2009, August 22nd to August 30th
Sunday 30th August, 11am to 3pm. Off the Beaten Track A leisurely educational cycle through the beautiful rural landscapes of Galway city with local heritage enthusiast Brendan Smith. Starting point: Centra Supermarket carpark, Bóthar na Choiste, Headford Road. 4 hours duration with a numb ... More
16 Jul 2009
New publication, Galway City Waterways Walks, available now
Dúchas na Gaillimhe-Galway Civic Trusts new publication on Galway City Waterways Walks is now available free of charge from the Fáilte Ireland information offices. ... More
16 Jul 2009



Sponsors
The work of the Galway Civic Trust could not continue without our partners Galway City Council and FÁS, and the generous support of our Members..
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