A Storytelling Project for Natives and Blow-ins!

Share stories, explore heritage, build relationships & discover common ground.

Natural Heritage

A free programme of twice-monthly creative workshops and excursions in Sligo and its environs (Nov ‘26 - June ‘27)
Two cross-border excursions (travel expenses provided)
Co-author the final book publication and public exhibition (Sept ‘27)

Community Heritage

Native, long-term residents and newer voices to the community; all welcome
Interest in exploring Sligo’s heritage, past and present
Keen to explore and contribute to the shared identity of modern-day Sligo

Free workshops will take place on Saturday/weekends
Workshops start Nov 2026
Workshops end June 2027
Final Exhibition Sept 2027

Maritime History

Attendance at 2 Workshops per month (Saturday/Weekends)
Two Cross-Border Excursions (travel and food provided)

Cultural Heritage

Meet new people from the Community.
Excursions in the locality and cross-border.
Dive Deeper into Sligo’s heritage, mythology and history.
Learn from local cultural practitioners and historians.
Creative storytelling, accessible and collaborative activities.

Dialogue, reflection and an opportunity to share individual voice, memory and perspective.
Dialogue, reflection and an opportunity to share
A stronger sense of shared identity and community.
A sense of ownership and contribution to the programme’s book publication and public exhibition.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

How long are the sessions?

Sessions will be three hours duration. Cross-border excursions will vary in length; one-day workshops (travel provided) and two-day excursions (travel and accommodation provided).

What if I can’t make all of the sessions?

We want to give priority to those who can attend all sessions. If you have a specific question in regards to availability you’re welcome to get in touch with us directly and we can decide together if it’s a good fit. We aim to be as inclusive as possible.

What size will the group be?

We are aiming for a group of 40-50 participants.

Where will the sessions be?

The sessions will be an amalgamation of in-house sessions (The Nest, Custom House Quay, Cartron, Sligo) and various on-site visits in the locality of Sligo town.
Day(s): Sessions will take place on Saturdays/weekends.
Time: 10am-1pm.

What are the dates of the sessions?

The provisional dates of the Shore to Shore sessions are listed below.

All dates are subject to confirmation closer to the time.

Session 1: 7th Nov 2026
Session 2: 21st Nov 2026
Session 3: 9th Jan 2027

Session 4: 23rd Jan 2027

Cross-border Excursion 1: February TBC

Session 5: 13th Feb 2027

Session 6: 13th Mar 2027

Session 7: 10th Apr 2027
Session 8: 24th Apr 2027
Cross-border excursion 2: May TBC
Session 9: 29th May 2027
Session 10: 19th June 2027

Do I need storytelling experience to participate?

Absolutely not! We welcome participants from all walks of life. :-)
This is not a performance-based programme. At its heart, the project is about people and their stories.
There will be no pressure to share; and all workshops will be guided by experienced facilitators to ensure an inclusive, welcoming space to encourage dialogue and participation. We’re interested in your lived experience. Throughout the programme there will be gradual opportunities to share. This is an opportunity to listen as well as tell. A space for curiosity, connection and community.

Note on accessibility:

We intend to keep off-site visits along public transport routes to keep workshops as accessible as possible. In the event that a trip is further afield, the team will organise and cover transportation costs.
If you/anyone you know is interested and has a specific barrier to accessibility, we are more than happy to hear from you and discuss how we might support your attendance/participation in the programme.

A Storytelling Project for Natives and Blow-ins!

Share stories, explore heritage, build relationships & discover common ground.

Natural Heritage

A free programme of twice-monthly creative workshops and excursions in Sligo and its environs (Nov ‘26 - June ‘27)

Two cross-border excursions (travel expenses provided)

Co-author the final book publication and public exhibition (Sept ‘27)

Community Heritage

Native, long-term residents and newer voices to the community; all welcome

Interest in exploring Sligo’s heritage, past and present

Keen to explore and contribute to the shared identity of modern-day Sligo

Free workshops will take place on Saturday/weekends

Workshops start Nov 2026

Workshops end June 2027

Final Exhibition Sept 2027

Maritime History

Attendance at 2 Workshops per month (Saturday/Weekends)

Two Cross-Border Excursions (travel and food provided)

Cultural Heritage

Meet new people from the Community.

Excursions in the locality and cross-border.

Dive Deeper into Sligo’s heritage, mythology and history.

Learn from local cultural practitioners and historians.

Creative storytelling, accessible and collaborative activities.

Dialogue, reflection and an opportunity to share individual voice, memory and perspective.

Dialogue, reflection and an opportunity to share

A stronger sense of shared identity and community.

A sense of ownership and contribution to the programme’s book publication and public exhibition.

Click here to

Click here to

Frequently Asked Questions:

How long are the sessions?

Sessions will be three hours duration. Cross-border excursions will vary in length; one-day workshops (travel provided) and two-day excursions (travel and accommodation provided).

What if I can’t make all of the sessions?

We want to give priority to those who can attend all sessions. If you have a specific question in regards to availability you’re welcome to get in touch with us directly and we can decide together if it’s a good fit. We aim to be as inclusive as possible.

What size will the group be?

We are aiming for a group of 40-50 participants.

Where will the sessions be?

The sessions will be an amalgamation of in-house sessions (The Nest, Custom House Quay, Cartron, Sligo) and various on-site visits in the locality of Sligo town.

Day(s): Sessions will take place on Saturdays/weekends.

Time: 10am-1pm.

What are the dates of the sessions?

The provisional dates of the Shore to Shore sessions are listed below.

All dates are subject to confirmation closer to the time.

Session 1: 7th Nov 2026

Session 2: 21st Nov 2026

Session 3: 9th Jan 2027

Session 4: 23rd Jan 2027

Cross-border Excursion 1: February TBC

Session 5: 13th Feb 2027

Session 6: 13th Mar 2027

Session 7: 10th Apr 2027

Session 8: 24th Apr 2027

Cross-border excursion 2: May TBC

Session 9: 29th May 2027

Session 10: 19th June 2027

Do I need storytelling experience to participate?

Absolutely not! We welcome participants from all walks of life. :-)

This is not a performance-based programme. At its heart, the project is about people and their stories.

Note on accessibility:

We intend to keep off-site visits along public transport routes to keep workshops as accessible as possible. In the event that a trip is further afield, the team will organise and cover transportation costs.

If you/anyone you know is interested and has a specific barrier to accessibility, we are more than happy to hear from you and discuss how we might support your attendance/participation in the programme.

Explore Sligo’s History, Heritage and Culture.

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Share stories, build relationships &discover common ground

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