Memories of Life at Athlone Castle

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is creating a record of the social history of the families who resided in Athlone Castle, that will form the basis of a temporary exhibition, entitled ‘Stories from Athlone Castle’ during this year’s Heritage Week in August. This oral history project will begin in June 2023 and culminate in an exhibition as part of an extensive programme of events celebrating Heritage Week from 12th to 20th August. ‘Stories from Athlone Castle’ project is supported by the Heritage Council under the IWTN Heritage Interpretation and Events Grants 2023.

Celebrate Heritage Week 2021 with Athlone Castle

Athlone Castle Excited for Heritage Week 2021

Athlone Castle Visitor Centre is delighted to celebrate this year’s “Open the Door to Heritage” theme for Heritage Week 2021. National Heritage Week runs from Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd August, and Athlone Castle will present a programme of events, showcasing ‘Athlone Throughout the Centuries’, catered to suit all interests and ages…