Welcome… Fáilte… to the Scattery Island heritage page
Explore the history and heritage of Scattery Island also known by its ancient name Inis Cathaigh. Learn about the people of the island from the earliest times and the momentous events that shaped an island. We invite you to contribute your stories, memories or photographs of Scattery Island. Select the “Contribute” button at the top of this page and complete the contribution form.
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Heritage Week 2022
Heritage Week 2022 took place from 13-21 August, with the theme of biodiversity and sustainability. People were encouraged,across all age ...Dúchas; Scattery Island Images and Schools Folklore Collection
Follow these links to enjoy some beautiful images of Scattery Island and writings from the Island School, courtesy of Dúchas.ie Dúchas: ...Community Archives and Heritage Group Awards 2022: Award for Scattery Island Heritage Group
Scattery Island Heritage Group entered The Community Archives and Heritage Group (CAHG) Awards for 2022 under the category of “Gathering ...
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Irish Life and Lore: Voices from the Archive
Play the link below to enjoy this podcast from Irish Life and Lore’s Maurice O’ Keeffe, featuring local ladies, Kitty ...This River Island is Losing Its People: The Sunday Press July 9, 1950
This excerpt was taken fromThe Sunday Press July 9, 1950, pictorially telling the story of the beginning of the demise ...Scattery Island River Pilots 1953
Scattery Island River Pilots were renowned for their skill and knowledge of the Shannon Estuary, and in the the 1950s, ...
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