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    • THE FESTIVAL
    • PORTUMNA
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  • OTHER EVENTS
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    • AUDIO EVENTS
    • STEEPLE SESSIONS
    • POETRY LINES AT SHORELINES
    • BIG ART SALE FUNDRAISER
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    • 2025 BROCHURE
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The Big Dig – Hands on Archaeology

As of 1st September: The 12pm and 1pm sessions are sold out
Saturday, 13 September  |  11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm  |  40 mins.
Irish Workhouse Centre Courtyard
€5
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This workshop is the next step in the evolution of creative and hands-on learning for our younger generation. Suitable for children aged 6–12 our replica ‘Viking House’ and excavation site allows participants to explore the Viking world through a simulated archaeology dig.

The Big Dig offers children a chance to experience what it is like to be an archaeologist by learning how to excavate the remains of a Viking house. As they dig through the site, children will unearth Viking treasures and artefacts dating back 1,000 years. They will learn about the lives of our Viking ancestors as history is brought to life by qualified archaeologists.

Booking is essential as there are only 12 slots available per 40 minute  session.

Shorelines Arts Festival
​10-13 September 2026

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