Dear Members and Friends,
The Committee of the Connaught Rangers Association is pleased to announce the successful outcome of our application to the Heritage Council of Ireland for funding under the Community Heritage Grant Scheme. Following months of diligent preparation during the winter period and submission in February 2025, we are honoured to share that our project has been awarded a grant of €17,433, subject to the Heritage Council’s terms and conditions.

We are delighted to include an excerpt from the Heritage Council’s official correspondence, which states:
“This is a valuable project that has taken into account timeframes and achievable goals. Sceal heritage will provide professional consultancy input for the work. While it is not clear who will handle the actual task of re-housing the items, this is a minor oversight. It is evident that the museum is staffed by volunteers. The attainable goals aim to enhance the museum experience and attract a larger number of visitors, including children.”

On behalf of the Association, we extend our sincere gratitude to the Heritage Council for their invaluable support. This funding will enable us to advance the development of our museum at King House, enriching the visitor experience and ensuring the preservation of a vital chapter in Ireland’s history. The collection tells the story of Irish soldiers who served in conflicts from 1793 until the disbandment of the Connaught Rangers in 1922. These artifacts are not merely historical objects they are profound connections to the lives of soldiers, families, and communities irrevocably shaped by service and sacrifice. We remain committed to honouring this legacy and fostering greater public engagement with
this important heritage. Further updates on the project’s progress will be shared in due course.

With gratitude,
The Committee of the Connaught Rangers Association

This grant reinforces our mission to preserve, educate, and inspire through the safeguarding of historical narratives for future generations.