DONEGAL County Council has launched its Culture Division Annual Review for 2025, pointing to record community participation and sustained investment across libraries, arts, heritage, museums, archives, biodiversity and the Regional Cultural Centre.
Acting director of service, Eamonn Brown, said the review reflected the central role culture plays in community life across the county.
“This Annual Review captures a year of strong delivery and meaningful engagement across all of our cultural services.
“From libraries and festivals to heritage, museums, archives, arts and biodiversity initiatives, culture has continued to connect communities, support wellbeing and celebrate identity right across the county ,” said Mr Brown.
Donegal’s libraries welcomed more than 394,000 visits during the year, underlining their position as accessible, friendly community hubs for learning, creativity and connection.
Flagship initiatives including Creative Ireland, Cruinniú na nÓg, Bealtaine and Wainfest brought thousands of people of all ages into a packed calendar of free events and experiences throughout 2025.
The review also highlights continued investment in professional artists, heritage conservation, archive digitisation, biodiversity action and cultural infrastructure, delivered in partnership with community groups, cross-border stakeholders and national partners.
Mr Brown paid tribute to the staff and partners who delivered the programme throughout the year.
“Their work helps ensure culture in Donegal remains open to everyone — accessible, inclusive and part of everyday community life,” he said.
The Culture Division Annual Review 2025 is available at donegalculture.ie