Filmed on location in Co Kerry, Ireland and Its Aromatic Heritage explores Ireland’s rich olfactory heritage and the cultural, ecological, and emotional significance of aromatic plants in Irish life. Directed by interdisciplinary artist Gayil Nalls, and narrated by writer/broadcaster Manchán Magan the film weaves together imagery, storytelling, contributions from an array of experts, and music from Kíla and Fionnuar, inviting audiences to reimagine the olfactory landscapes of Ireland and to consider the urgent need to preserve its boglands and traditional ecological knowledge for future generations.

The event will include a unique olfactory experience of World Sensorium, a living sculpture of world heritage scents created by Gayil Nalls; a panel discussion with Nalls and Magan hosted by Lizbeth Goodman (Director of SMARTlab, UCD); and a musical turn from Colm and Rónán Ó Snodaigh of Kíla.

Notes by Sunniva O’Flynn.