About Us / Maidir Linn

This community archive website has been developed through our membership of the Irish Community Archive Network (iCAN), an initiative of the National Museum of Ireland delivered in partnership with the Heritage Council, Galway Heritage Office , and communities across Ireland.

To explore the Community Archives in our network please visit the iCAN website

Galway Community Archaeology Project liaises with monument owners and occupiers, local authorities, and other agencies on the protection and promotion of ancient monuments. We advise  on appropriate management measures, including general advice on the relevant agri-environment schemes, and assisting in the preparation of management plans. The Advisor identifies priorities for management action by the relevant bodies and, as specifically directed by the local authority’s Heritage Officer and Steering Group, recommends and negotiates management agreements, or providing advice in the context of relevant agri-environment schemes. He/She monitors and report on the progress of any works or management action affecting ancient monuments, and making urgent ad hoc inspections of ancient monuments.