Dublin City Council has announced the appointment of six Historians in Residence who will work across the city throughout 2026 and 2027, supporting communities, schools, and local organisations to explore and celebrate the rich history of Dublin.
Delivered by Dublin City Council Culture Company, in partnership with Dublin City Libraries, the Historians in Residence programme places professional historians directly within communities.
The programme encourages people of all ages to discover more about their local area, deepen their connection to Dublin’s past, and engage with the city’s cultural heritage.
Welcoming their appointment Lord Mayor of Dublin Councillor Ray McAdam said, “Strong, connected communities are at the heart of Dublin’s success.
“The Historians in Residence programme helps people come together, share their stories, and build a deeper understanding of the places they call home.
“By encouraging people to come together and engage with the past, the initiative helps deepen understanding, build a sense of belonging, and reinforce the social fabric that underpins a thriving city.”
The Dublin City Historians in Residence for 2026 and 2027 are:
- Katie Blackwood – Historian in Residence, Dublin South Central
- Dr James Curry – Historian in Residence, Dublin Central
- Dr Antonia Hart – Historian in Residence, Dublin South East
- Elizabeth Kehoe – Historian in Residence, Dublin North Central
- Dr Caitlin White – Historian in Residence, Dublin North West
- Dr Lorcan McEvoy – Historian in Residence for Children (Citywide)
Through talks, workshops, guided walks, research collaborations, and creative community projects, each Historian in Residence will develop a tailored programme shaped by local interests.
The Historian in Residence for Children will work across the city to support young people in exploring both the past and their own creativity.
Since its inception in 2017, the Historians in Residence programme, funded by Dublin City Council, has engaged thousands of people across the city.
With the addition of a Historian in Residence for Children in recent years, the programme now offers even more opportunities for younger audiences to discover the stories of where they live.
How to Get Involved
Residents can connect with their local Historian in Residence through:
- Dublin City Public Library branches
- The Culture Company’s Tea & Chats programme, an informal way to talk about what matters to local communities.
To take part, individuals or community groups can:
- Contact the Historians in Residence Programme Coordinator
- Email their local Historian in Residence
- Request a Tea & Chat session with the Culture Company Engagement Team
- Speak to staff at any Dublin City Library branch