Grants worth of €366,000 have been awarded to two Kerry arts organisations.
The Arts Council has awarded a grant of €316,000 to Siamsa Tíre in Tralee and a €50,000 grant to Listowel Writers' Week literary and cultural festival.
Minister for Education and Kerry Fianna Fáil TD Norma Foley has welcomed the announcement.
Minister Foley says the funding will have a hugely positive impact on the creative communities in Tralee and Listowel and help keep arts alive during these challenging times.