By Dan Walsh
Long serving Teachta Dáil member, former Minister and Leader of the Labour Party, Brendan Howlin has been appointed Chair of the Wexford Arts Centre Board.
Mr Howlin replaces Rosemary Hartigan who has retired from the Board of Wexford Arts Centre after nine years’ service.
Throughout her tenure, Ms. Hartigan has been a supportive presence—working collaboratively with Elizabeth Whyte, Executive Director, staff, fellow board members, artists, and community stakeholders to help guide the centre through an exciting and transformative decade including thecelebration of Wexford Arts Centre’s 50th anniversary as the oldest regional arts centre in Ireland.
In her final address to the Board, Ms. Hartigan acknowledged the valuable contributions of past and present board members, the dedicated staff team, artists, volunteers, funders, and wider community partners who have worked alongside her and the Centre over the years to ensure its success and resilience. The Board and Executive Director thanked Ms. Hartigan for her dedication and passion for guiding Wexford Arts Centre on a sustainable path during her tenure on the board.
Wexford Arts Centre is delighted to welcome Brendan Howlin as the newly appointed Chair of the Board. A proud Wexford native and lifelong supporter of the arts, the former Minister brings with him a distinguished record of public service, having served as a government minister across several portfolios.
His deep appreciation for culture and belief, promote participation, and nurture artistic excellence throughout Wexford and the wider Southeast region.in the transformative power of the arts will be a guiding force with his wealth of experience in governance and public policy, and his strong local ties, Brendan’s leadership will support the Centre’s ongoing
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