Wanted: enthusiastic volunteers to work on an exciting archaeology project at Knockanacuig, Tralee

–   Excavation dates: July 1 – August 2, 2024

–   Open to all over 18 years of age

–   No experience required, training and equipment provided

–  A choice of work slots available: three, five, or ten days

–  Information night 30 May at 7 pm in Kerry County Library, Moyderwell Tralee

– Closing date for expressions of interest: June 14 2024

Summer 2024 is the third year of Dig Tralee, a major archaeological excavation at Knockanacuig, the site of a prehistoric monument complex on the western side of the town. The aim of the project is to explore this ancient monument and uncover what role it might have played in the origins of Tralee. The dig will be led by a team of professional archaeologists with support from community volunteers.

We’re looking for people who have an interested in archaeology and history, like working outdoors, and are keen to learn new skills by working alongside experts. They must also be happy to engage with a film crew who will be making a record of the project. If you’d like to be part of the quest let us know before June 14. 

If you’d like to be part of the quest email us with following details before June 14 and let us know for how many days – three, five, or ten – you will be available: info@kerrymuseum.ie 

• Name
• Address
• Mobile phone number
• Email address
• What dates you are available + pattern
• Confirm that you are fit to carry out archaeological work (see description of work below)

Click on the images below to enlarge the text. We also have hard copies of application forms at reception in Kerry County Museum.