Johnny Mythen (Wexford, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank the witnesses for their attendance and submissions. As has been stated, museums are an important and integral part of society in any country. We are extremely lucky to possess a rich and vibrant array of art, literature, history and music. My county of Wexford has some of the best museums in the country, like Johnstown Castle, Enniscorthy Castle, the National 1798 Rebellion Centre and the Fr. Murphy Centre at Boolavogue.

Would museums benefit from using their space for the likes of small performances by local or even well-known artists? I refer to historical play enactments, literature and poetry readings or small ensemble performances, for example. What drawbacks or obstacles exist in upskilling employees and volunteers? Do museums need specialist equipment, for example, and is there a national plan for raising funds? Does the sector need extra funding from the Department and how much funding is required?