Funding announced for historic gem in heart of Kilkenny City
The funding comes as part of a €228,065 nationwide package
Rothe House in Kilkenny City has been allocated government funding of €20,000 according to Cllr Andrew McGuinness.
The funding comes as part of a €228,065 nationwide package in capital grants to arts and culture organisations.
The grants were announced by the Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Patrick O’Donovan TD.
This funding is provided under Stream E of the Cultural Capital Scheme, a €1.4m capital investment scheme focused on enhancing the existing stock of arts and culture centres throughout the country.
Minister Patrick O’Donovan said:
“I am very pleased to announce funding of €228,065 to these eight arts and culture organisations. Capital supports for arts and culture organisations such as Stream E of the Cultural Capital Scheme play a crucial role in strengthening our arts and cultural infrastructure across the country.
“It has been recognised by Government that culture and the arts are essential to a well-rounded society, providing opportunities for education, expression and community engagement. Investing in arts and culture facilities ensures the arts are accessible within our communities and supports the continuity of these centres for future generations.”
Welcoming the news Cllr. Andrew McGuinness said, “Its important that we preserve our past while building our future and that we be sensitive to our medieval buildings like Rothe House, ensuring they remain an integral part of Kilkenny for future generations. Im delighted to see this funding allocated today as it is testament to the great work carried out in Rothe house by Valerie O’Sullivan and her fantastic team’.