As part of its outreach programme, Galway City Museum is hosting a series of educational talks at Westside Resource Centre, Seamus Quirke Road, on the first Tuesday of each month from November 2026 to March 2027.
Developed in response to the interests of the local community, the programme explores different aspects of Galway’s rich history and heritage, from medieval pilgrimage and historic buildings to murder, mystery and the story of Westside itself.
More information on our EVENTS page or by clicking on the titles below:
- The Murder of Michael Walsh, 1920 with Brendan McGowan, Education Officer, Galway City Museum
- Medieval Pilgrims from Galway to Santiago de Compostela with Dr Bernadette Cunningham, historian and author
- The Reliquary of St Ursula with Eóin Ó Néill, Collections Officer, Galway City Museum
- Some Historic Buildings in Galway with Michael Scott, Architectural Conservation Officer, Galway City Council
- Westside through History with William Henry, local historian and author
Admission is free. All are welcome.
Bookings:
These events are free of charge, and all are welcome, but please book in advance by contacting Westside Resource Centre at (091) 528325.
Venue Address:
Please note that the venue for this series of talks is Westside Resource Centre and NOT Galway City Museum. Westside Resource Centre is located next to Westside Library on Seamus Quirke Road, Galway, H91 C1KX. See Directions!
