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All the latest news from the Arts Council

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Obituary: Eithne Vallely

1st September, 2026

Lady with short hair and glasses playing the fiddle.

General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships

Community Arts professional, Jemma Robinson, presented with award to support the creative progression of disabled young people

27th August, 2026

Anne O Donoghue Awardee 2026

General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, Partnerships

Funding available for arts projects supporting older people

25th August, 2026

Two women reading books with a large tapestry behind them.

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Be part of a focus group to contribute to the Creative Lives response to the National Lottery Good Causes review

20th August, 2026

General, Funding, Artists, Partnerships, What's On

Down Arts Centre hosts exhibition of artworks from the Arts Council NI Collection to celebrate August Craft Month

10th August, 2026

collage of craft pieces featured in the exhibition.

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WOMEX - World Music Expo 2026 delegate bursaries now open for applications

7th August, 2026

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What's On in the Arts

3rd August, 2026

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Commedia of Errors brings creative connections to mums during their perinatal journey and beyond

28th July, 2026

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General, Funding, Artists, Organisations, What's On

What’s on in the Arts Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann special!

10th July, 2026

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