This talk will be recorded and made available online at a later date.
ISL interpretation will be provided.
About this talk:
‘Challenging the Narrative: Reclaiming Traveller History in Ireland’s National Collections’
This talk explores the importance of co-curation and community-led approaches in reshaping how Irish Traveller history is represented in national collections. It examines past exclusions, challenges dominant narratives, and highlights efforts to ensure authentic, meaningful inclusion of Traveller heritage in Ireland’s cultural institutions.
About the speaker:
Oein DeBhairduin (Inclusive Histories Curator – Traveller Culture) is an award-winning author and cultural worker dedicated to preserving and sharing Irish Traveller heritage. As a Traveller and member of the National Museum of Ireland team, he plays a key role in fostering inclusive representation within national collections. Oein is deeply involved in storytelling, folklore, and traditional crafts, working to reclaim and celebrate Traveller history through both academic and creative initiatives.
About the series:
The Oak Room Heritage Talks free public lecture series aims to showcase heritage projects, topics and new research across Dublin city, and is an action of the Dublin City Strategic Heritage Plan 2024 – 2029.
The series has received grant support from the Heritage Council.