Episode 7: Helping Hands: The Story of the RDS and Irish Craft

From its involvement with the Irish linen industry in the 18^th century, to the introduction of public exhibitions in the 19^th and 20^th centuries, to its continuing support of the sector today with the launch of the new RDS Craft Awards, the RDS has always played a pivotal role in the support of native craft and design.

Join RDS Foundation Director Niamh de Loughry, Head of Library & Archives, Natasha Serne and Research Ireland Enterprise Fellow, Dr Deirdre Foley, for the latest episode of the RDS Library & Archives podcast series, Bearing fruit: Tales from the RDS Archives, as they explore the rich history of the RDS and its involvement in the support of Irish craft.