Tickets on sale for Shackleton Autumn School in Kildare
This year's programme will feature expert lectures from renowned polar researchers
Early Bird tickets are now on sale for the 26th Annual Shackleton Autumn School, which will return to Athy in Co Kildare from October 16 to 18.
The internationally recognised event, held in the birthplace of legendary Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton, attracts historians, researchers and polar enthusiasts from Ireland and abroad for a weekend celebrating polar exploration and its enduring legacy.
Organisers have announced that the discounted Early Bird ticket price of €225 will be available until August 31, encouraging visitors to book early for what has become Ireland's leading polar history gathering.
This year's programme will feature expert lectures from renowned polar researchers, historians and authors, exploring the history of polar expeditions and the achievements of explorers who ventured into some of the world's most remote regions.
Attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in interactive workshops and exhibitions showcasing original expedition memorabilia, personal diaries and historic equipment.
The weekend will include documentary screenings, art installations and commemorative events, alongside informal networking opportunities designed to bring together returning visitors and first-time attendees.
Organisers say the Autumn School has earned a reputation not only for its academic programme but also for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community.
Hosted by the Shackleton Experience in Athy, the event continues to celebrate the town's unique connection to Shackleton while promoting interest in exploration, history and scientific discovery.
The committee is encouraging anyone planning to attend to take advantage of the reduced Early Bird rate before the August 31 deadline.