About Us
The Department was formed in June 2002 and its mission is:
"To enrich Irish society by supporting the growth of a competitive and sustainable tourism industry and increasing access to, and participation in sport, the arts and culture"
Read the Minister's full welcome message
Publications
- Statement of Strategy 2008-2010 (323kb)
- Annual Report 2007 (2058kb)
- Departments Business Plan 2008 (313kb)
- Arts and Culture Plan 2008 (240kb)
- Annual Output Statement 2008 (167kb)
- Frequently Asked Questions(150kb)
Grants & Funding
News
- 21 November 2008
- Minister Cullen announces Tourism Development Grant of over €1.25m for Dublinia
- 21 November 2008
- Minister Cullen welcomes launch of Europeana-the European Digital Library
- 18 November 2008
- Minister Cullen - Cultural Tourism, an asset, an opportunity
- 17 November 2008
- Minister Cullen opens Irish Chamber Orchestra’s New Premises
- 16 October 2008
- Minister Cullen to host Conference on Intercultural Dialogue in Brussels on 5 November 2008
Latest Press Releases and Speeches
Parliamentary Questions
Oral Parliamentary Questions to Minister - last answered on 8th October 2008