News - archaeology
Over €440,000 for protection of local archaeological sites
It comes as part of Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan's Community Monuments Fund for 2024.
Apr 16, 2024 13:43
Monument to Ranelagh burial site unveiled
The site was excavated during an archaeological dig between 2015 and 2016 and the earliest in situ burial discovered was that of an older female who dated back to AD 428 to 601.
Jan 13, 2024 14:17
US archeology students begin field study at Ballintubber Castle
The students have taken part in the project over the last number of years.
Jun 30, 2023 17:29
Significant archaeological discovery made in Athlone
The discovery was made during works for a flood relief project in the town.
Jul 22, 2022 13:24
Rathcroghan still on track for UNESCO status
It's included on a new Tentative List for Ireland.
Jul 21, 2022 13:31
Details of archaeology finds in Ballinasloe to be published
The archaeologists who found the skeletons and beads brought in videographers and photographers to capture the discoveries before the excavations were filled in again
Sep 29, 2021 17:04
Archaeologist hoping for more historic discoveries in Athlone
He thought they might come across some evidence from the 17th century siege of Athlone.
May 16, 2021 08:50
Further research needed on ruins found during Roscommon streetscape works
Local historians believe the ruins could be part of a wall or toll gate for the town active during the 1700s
Apr 14, 2021 13:55Shannonside Newsletter
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