The Island of Ireland
Perched on the northwest tip of Europe, this is the one place in the world where even time getting lost will be worthwhile… With ancient myths and legends to uncover, amazing landscapes to explore and locals who will be more than happy to reveal our hidden gems, just go where the island of Ireland takes you. Guaranteed, you’ll return home with memories that will last a lifetime.
To learn more about how to plan your visit to Ireland, please see www.discoverireland.com
Whether you plan on visiting the Beahmove Stones in County Tyrone, the Great Mound at Knowth in County Meath, or one of the many castles, Discover Ireland, brought to you by Tourism Ireland, will guide to all the relics of the past Ireland has to offer.
Through their website, you will be able to plan your next trip to Ireland, including visits to all its ancient monuments , castles or heritage centers.
The AIA is grateful to Culture Ireland and Tourism Ireland for their generous sponsorship of the 2011 Gala.
Field School Opportunities
Have you ever thought of joining an archaeological dig in Ireland? Through the AIA’s Archaeological Fieldwork Opportunities Bulletin (AFOB), you can have that opportunity.
- The Irish Archaeology Field School is a leader in site based archaeology and research. Fine tune your excavation skills in County Meath as you dig around the various sites of the Black Friary, Beactive Abbey and Rossnaree enclosure.
- Interested in unearthing the details of daily life of the social groups of the Peatlands? The ADS Peatlands Archaeological Field School will help you discover how people leaved in the Bronze Age to Medieval times.
- Forensic Anthropology, often called the archaeology of death, allows you to learn from bones. From how people lived to details about their daily lives, an introductory course in Kells, Ireland will give you the chance to test out your CSI skills, in ancient Ireland.
- Caherconnel Archaeological Field School in Clare, Ireland will teach you with the basic fieldwork skills including troweling techniques, artifact recovery, and the recording system amongst many others all while digging in a unique and plentiful Ireland landscape.
Be sure to check out all the field school opportunities available in Ireland and around the world!
Ireland Facts
- The tomb at Newgrange in County Meath is older than the Great Pyramids. Built around 3200 BC, this megalithic tomb is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and draws nearly 200,000 visitors each year.
- The Kells is the famous round tower near the monastery from which the Book of Kells comes from. The book currently resides in Trinity College in Dublin and has served as inspiration for the Gala’s save-the-date postcard as well as the invitation designs.
- There are countless castles across Ireland’s many landscapes. These castles offer a glimpse into the world of royalty and wealth. And for a more in depth view, many of these castles are available for you stay in, and truly live like a king!
- Visit the Ireland you haven’t heard about. Here are the Top 10 off-the-beaten-track places to visit!
- Learn about Saint Patrick and his connection to archaeology
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