The Medieval Mile Museum is delighted to welcome Grace Rinehart Macrae as Assistant Manager with responsibility for Education and Curation.
Supporting Education and Curation at an Exciting Time for the Museum
Grace joins the team at an exciting time for the museum as we continue to develop our educational programmes, exhibitions and public engagement, and as we look ahead to the opening of the Museum of Medieval Kilkenny in 2027. In her new role, Grace will work closely with Debbie Mangan, Chief Operations Manager at the Medieval Mile Museum, to support the continued growth of the museum’s educational and curatorial work and help shape future visitor experiences.
Academic Background and Research in Medieval Heritage
An archaeologist and historian, Grace holds an MSc in World Heritage Management and Conservation from University College Dublin, a UNESCO-accredited programme that prepares specialists to care for and interpret heritage of international significance. She is currently completing her PhD at UCD, where her research explores medieval heritage and the role of myth and legend in heritage tourism.
Teaching, Conferences and Public Engagement
Alongside her academic research, Grace has contributed to teaching and guest lecturing at UCD and was nominated for a Teaching and Learning Award in 2024, becoming the only non-faculty staff member to receive a nomination that year. Her work reflects a strong commitment to sharing knowledge and making heritage accessible to wider audiences.
Grace has also organised sessions at the European Association of Archaeologists annual meeting and has participated in conferences internationally. She regularly contributes to public discussion on archaeology and heritage through podcasts such as Digging Up Ancient Aliens, academic platforms including H-Net, and educational YouTube channels including Archaeodeath and Melissa In DeNile.
A Passion for Making Heritage Accessible to All
At the heart of Grace’s work is a passion for helping people understand how to experience and protect historic places responsibly. Her approach to education and interpretation strongly supports the museum’s mission to bring Kilkenny’s history to life for visitors of all ages.
Looking Ahead to the Museum of Medieval Kilkenny in 2027
As the Medieval Mile Museum continues to grow and evolve, we are delighted to welcome Grace to the team and look forward to the important role she will play in supporting Debbie Mangan and the wider museum team as preparations continue for the opening of the Museum of Medieval Kilkenny in 2027.
Discover the Museum of Medieval Kilkenny
The Museum of Medieval Kilkenny will introduce an exciting new way to explore Ireland’s medieval capital through the stories of the real people who lived here centuries ago. Set within the remarkable surroundings of St Mary’s Church and The Tholsel, the experience will bring visitors closer to the lives of merchants, mayors, rogues and ordinary citizens through immersive interpretation, underground spaces and panoramic views from the city’s historic Clock Tower.
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