HERITAGE WEEK 2026 at Dublin Port
24 July 2026
As part of National Heritage Week 2026, Dublin Port is delighted to host a series of talks exploring the rich maritime history, archaeology and contemporary operations of Dublin Port and Dublin Bay.
All events are free to attend, but advance booking is essential.
Tuesday, 18 August | 5:30 pm
The Millstone Wreck, Niall Colfer
Discover the story of the Millstone Wreck, an eighteenth-century trading vessel uncovered during the Alexandra Basin Redevelopment Project.
Wednesday, 19 August | 1:00 pm
Dublin SafePort, Capt. Michael McKenna, Dublin Port Harbour Master
Discover how Dublin Port’s internationally recognised SafePort initiative is helping to protect some of the port’s most vulnerable users while supporting the safe and efficient operation of Ireland’s busiest port.
Thursday, 20 August | 1:00 pm
A Decade of Resolving Shipwreck and Built Structure in Dublin Port
Speaker: Niall Brady, ADCO
Over the past decade, archaeological investigations undertaken during Dublin Port’s redevelopment have revealed remarkable shipwrecks, waterfront structures and new insights into the evolution of Dublin’s historic port. This talk explores some of the most significant discoveries and what they tell us about Dublin’s maritime past.
Friday, 21 August | 1:00 pm
Hidden Beneath the Waves: Exploring Ireland’s Shipwreck Heritage, Karl Brady, National Monuments Service
Explore Ireland’s underwater cultural heritage and discover how shipwrecks are located, investigated and protected. This talk offers an insight into the remarkable archaeological stories lying beneath our coastal waters.
Saturday, 22 August | 11:30 am
A History of Lifeboats Around Dublin Bay, Cormac F. Lowth
Historian Cormac F. Lowth traces the history of lifeboat services around Dublin Bay, exploring the evolution of lifesaving organisations, dramatic rescues and the dedicated crews who have served the coastline for more than two centuries.
Visitor Information
Dublin Port is currently undergoing major infrastructure works. As a result, access to the Substation may take slightly longer than usual, and visitor parking is not available. Please allow extra time for your journey and, where possible, travel by public transport, taxi or bicycle.
Accessibility: Ongoing construction works may affect access for wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us before your visit so we can advise on the current access arrangements and assist where possible.