n the film, Éiru had to leave her human family behind and go on a heroine’s journey down the well and deep into the earth to find the source of water. In this workshop participants will explore the concept of family beyond humans; to include the species and elements that support human life. An appreciation for the natural world is demonstrated through the creation of a map which captures the symbiotic relationship of all life in their community. An opportunity to develop a personal action plan for sustainable living, incorporating practices that protect and nurture their broader family tree is offered and celebrated.

To book your free place please contact the Museum by emailing Museum@GalwayCity.ie or by phoning 091 532460. If you cannot attend, please contact the Museum to cancel so we can give your place to someone else.

The programme is designed for lifelong adult learning, secondary school students (age 12+), university students, and informal community education.

The Éiru education programme is created by Our Story and funded by the Lifes2Good Foundation. This timely series of immersive workshops is inspired by Éiru, the animation film co-produced by Cartoon Saloon and HerStory, with support from Screen Ireland and BCP Asset Management.

This workshop series is organised in conjunction with the exhibition Earth Action supported by the Creative Climate Action Fund, an initiative of the Creative Ireland Programme, funded by the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport in collaboration with the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment. The fund supports creative, cultural and artistic projects that build awareness around climate change and empower citizens to make meaningful behavioural transformations.