Discover Inishowen’s Maritime Heritage at New Documentary Launch

The public is warmly invited to the free launch of Idir Dhá Loch (Between Two Loughs), a new documentary exploring Inishowen’s rich maritime heritage, at the Museum on Friday, August 7th.

Produced by ArtLink and Crana Communications, the film is part of the Croí na Farraige – Heart of the Sea Heritage Project. Through the voices and experiences of local people, it tells the story of the deep connection between Inishowen’s communities and the sea that has sustained them for generations.

The documentary examines the challenges facing the peninsula’s once-thriving fishing industry and traditional maritime way of life, while highlighting the resilience and innovation of coastal communities working to build a sustainable future. It explores a wide range of topics, including folklore, superstitions, old customs, tragedies at sea, and the skills that enabled people to survive from the resources of the sea and coastline.

Featured contributors include maritime historian and author Rosemarie Moulden, Andrew Ward of the IDP, Thomas Havelin of Seabound Engineering, Pat Doherty of Doagh Famine Village, traditional singer Grace Toland, the late Adrian Harkin of Inish Adventures and many others.

Filled with stories that are nostalgic, moving and inspiring, Idir Dhá Loch celebrates the people, traditions and spirit of Inishowen’s maritime communities while looking ahead to the opportunities and challenges of the future.

Admission is free and everyone is welcome.