As part of the Gnáthóga Nádúrtha programme, a series of events in Autumn 2023 marked the end of the first phase with a rotating community engagement event at each of the three sites.

‘Each artist unearthed a physical expression of their work on the project and their local peatland – a Butter Firkin, a Bog Cabinet of Curiosities and a replica Ganger’s hut.

These objects converse with each other and also provide a means to engage and tell stories about the places and the peatlands inspiring these actions.’

Read a summary of the Textures, Tastes and Colours of the Bog events here: from the UCD Earth website

Watch a video below of the creative-led community engagement in Meath, Autumn 2023.

We are very grateful for the film by FarmPEAT (Farm Payments for Ecological and Agricultural Transitions) Project which is developing a locally-led, innovative, results-based farm scheme for farmers who manage lands that surround some of Ireland’s finest remaining raised bogs. Website: http://www.farmpeat.ie Twitter: @farmpeatproject Facebook: @FarmPEAT

More information about the project:

Gnáthóga Nádúrtha (Natural Habitats) Project

More information about the artists:

Jules Michael – Jules Michael

Monica De Bath – Monica De Bath | Creative Rathangan Meitheal

Kate Flood – A Bog’s Life Blog

Mentoring and ecoliteracy training for the 3 lead artists was provided by Dr Cathy Fitzgerald, Haumea Ecoversity

Peat Hub Ireland project:

Visit the Peat Hub Ireland website

Photos: Monica De Bath, Kate Flood, Jules Micheal, Donna Wright