This seminar is the second in our series of theoretical seminars on the topic of ‘Cultural Heritage Management: Laws, regulations, innovative management practices, participation of local communities, the impact of climate change on archaeological sites and European initiatives’. It is directed at graduate students who are interested in the topic.

Abstract: This seminar discusses the importance of creating opportunities for people, in particular local communities to connect in meaningful ways with their cultural heritage. The focus of this talk is on the World Heritage property of Brú na Bóinne (Newgrange, Dowth & Knowth) where the benefits for the communities, visitors and the monuments are outlined. The winter solstice experience at Newgrange will be discussed as well as the impact of broadcasting the solstice sunrise live from inside the burial chamber to a worldwide audience during the pandemic. New research into the solstice alignment resulted in fantastic high-resolution images of the solar illumination of the burial chamber which will be shown as part of the presentation.

Dr Clare Tuffy worked for The Office of Public Works in Ireland at Brú na Bóinne for over 40 years. She will share her intimate knowledge of the monuments and her insights into why it is so important to have people making personal connections to the monuments not only as part of the regular visitor experience but also for events big or small on special occasions.

Date: Thursday December 7th 2023, at 17.30 (Ireland)/19.30 (Greece)/12.30 pm (standard eastern time). It will take place online.
 In order to participate, please simply register via EventBrite: https://shorturl.at/eqR08

In case you face any difficulties in registering, please contact us at irishinstitutegr@gmail.com