Irish Heritage Trust

The Irish Heritage Trust is an independent non-profit organisation, dedicated to conserving and promoting Ireland’s cultural heritage and celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2026. The Trust conserves, cares for, and brings to life historic houses, gardens, and collections, ensuring they are preserved for current and future generations. The Trust also works closely with local communities, volunteers, and partners to bring history to life through events, storytelling, and education. Over the years the Irish Heritage Trust has developed a shared authority approach to caring for and managing these prestigious houses and gardens. It actively engages with strategic partners, both private and public bodies, in undertaking its work.

The Irish Heritage Trust is now a leading national organisation with four landmark heritage properties currently in its care: 11 Parnell Square, Dublin – Ireland’s Home for Poetry & Heritage – where the Trust is headquartered; Fota House, Arboretum & Gardens, Cork; Johnstown Castle Estate Museum & Gardens, Wexford; and Strokestown Park & The National Famine Museum, Roscommon. In the coming years, a new museum on Lower Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin, will open under the care of the Irish Heritage Trust, in partnership with ESB.