The Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI) and the Nerve Centre were awarded the first consortium grant by the Archives Revealed programme. The “Now We’re Talking” project will catalogue and widen access to the archives of two significant cultural figures: Sam Hanna Bell and Michael J Murphy. This blog focuses on Michael J. Murphy’s role as a folklore collector.
With some recent committee changes, we thought we would take the opportunity to introduce everyone to ARA Ireland’s current committee. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to our community, we hope this glimpse into the committee inspires you to engage, collaborate, and celebrate the vital work of archives, records management and conservation across the island of Ireland.
Chair: Niamh Ní Charra
Left: The Jagger Reading Room before the fire. Right: The Jagger Reading Room after the fire. Courtesy of University of Cape Town
Cárta Ballraíochta ó Chartlann Chonradh na Gaeilge, OÉG G60/4/6/1
Ahead of ARA Ireland’s very first virtual AGM we thought we’d use this blog to introduce everyone to the committee, in particular since we are not meeting in person, and unable to mingle. We’re a lovely bunch, honestly, and if you’d like to join us, there is currently a vacancy for a second training officer, working alongside the lovely Fionnuala Parfrey.
ARA Ireland members are all invited to write a blog on their work / collections / institutions.
If you would like to contribute please contact Communications Officer Rebecca O'Neill at oneillrebecca001@gmail.com
