{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6654b705d950260012df3b93/6a14a1f083dd9b6e1154d186?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"How Galway digitised 1,000 townlands — and put local heritage on the world map","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6654b705d950260012df3b93/1780396759446-071516b9-9576-4043-b4f9-2e4290d6213e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>What happens when local heritage meets digital innovation?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Transform Gov, Maeve Kneafsey speaks with Marie Mannion, Heritage Officer, and Brídín Feeney from the GIS team at Galway County Council.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Winners of the 2025 Ireland eGovernment Open Data Award</strong>, their StoryMaps project is transforming how communities discover, preserve and share local heritage.</p><p><br></p><p>From digitising more than 1,000 townlands to helping local communities tell their own stories, this project demonstrates how open data, GIS technology and community engagement can deliver real public value.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>The conversation explores:</strong></p><p>• Why traditional booklets were no longer enough</p><p>• Using GIS and StoryMaps technology to connect people with place</p><p>• Building digital skills within communities</p><p>• The role of open data in preserving heritage</p><p>• Creating pride of place through technology</p><p>• How a local project attracted international interest</p><p><br></p><p>Transform Gov is brought to you in partnership with Accenture.</p><p><br></p><p>Find out more about the Ireland eGovernment Awards:</p><p><a href=\"http://www.digitalgovawards.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">www.digitalgovawards.com</a></p>","author_name":"Maeve Kneafsey"}