SPAB Ireland

The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings was founded in 1877 by William Morris. The SPAB was established in response to the work of Victorian architects whose enthusiasm for harmful restoration caused irreparable damage to historic buildings. 

Today the SPAB encourages excellence in new design to enrich and complement the built historic environment. In early 2017 a group of Irish SPAB Scholars and Fellows joined together to form SPAB Ireland. SPAB Ireland is an active and friendly community that aims to protect and promote the wonderful national built heritage on the whole island of Ireland.  SPAB Ireland is always looking for new volunteers to get involved in activities so please get in touch if you'd like to help us!

The SPAB Members in Ireland get all of the benefits of the SPAB and SPAB Ireland membership. Membership administration is handled by the SPAB in London, so please join online.