David Stanton (Cork East, Fine Gael)
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Question 134: To ask the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism the details of the programmes or supports available from his Department or bodies under the aegis of his Department for the development and support of small private museums; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9913/08]

Séamus Brennan (Dublin South, Fianna Fail)
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I do not have direct responsibility for small private museums, or for museums generally, with the exception of the National Cultural Institutions. In line, however, with my remit to create an environment, which enables culture to flourish, I commenced a scheme last year to support designated County museums and museums within the Museums Standards Programme administered by the Heritage Council of Ireland. The objectives of the scheme are to assist in the enhancement of the exhibition experience; encourage the use of local and regional museums by a larger segment of society; and promote museums as a focal point in the community for social purposes. Grants totalling over €101,000 were paid in 2007 under that scheme.

It is the intention to run a similar scheme this year and funding of €125,000 is available.