Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is delighted to join in sharing stories for Heritage Week 2018, the theme for which this year is 'Share a Story, Make a Connection.'
National Heritage Week starts this weekend and runs from August 18-26 inclusive with the Visitor Centre programming a number of exciting events throughout the week to suit all ages!
Henry Brady will return with his popular 'Walk the Walls' tour, a guided exploration of Athlone Castle’s many historical external defence features. Professional storyteller, Danielle Allison will transport you to places near and far with stories that are funny, serious, wise and interactive in her family storytelling sessions.
Cultural Officer, Donna Gilligan will be sharing women’s stories in a special guided tour of the Visitor Centre focusing on the tales of the women who can be found in the stories and collections on display there. Shannon Storytellers will celebrate Heritage Week with a major storytelling event in the atmospheric setting of Athlone Castle Keep and the annual 'Storm the Castle' free admission day will take place on Wednesday, August 22.
Special guided tours will be available with paid admission at selected times during the week, when the Castle tour guides will share their favourite stories of the people, places and objects from Athlone’s history that are displayed in the Visitor Centre.
Pre-booking is advised for these events, as places will be limited. A full schedule of events with further details, times,and booking information is available to view on Athlone Castle’s website, www.athlonecastle.ie Queries and requests for further information should be addressed to Athlone Castle on 0906442130 or [email protected].
