About
At Déantán, we provide expert consultancy across archaeology, cultural heritage, and the arts—offering thoughtful, practical solutions that help clients care for the past while planning for the future. From archaeological assemblage assessments and archive reporting to curatorial research, collections support, and interpretive content creation, our services are designed to meet the needs of heritage professionals, institutions, and communities. Whether contributing to planning compliance, public engagement, or strategic development, we work collaboratively to deliver work that is accurate, meaningful, and ethically grounded.
Where projects meet care, creativity, and compliance.
Who we are
Founded in 2024 by Joanne O Meadhra, a professional archaeologist with over 23 years of industry experience, Déantán is an association of qualified heritage and arts practitioners. The business was created in response to a real gap in the sector: the need for collaborative, high-quality, and affordable support for licensed archaeologists and heritage professionals who don’t have access to in-house post-excavation or interpretative resources.
We understand that every initiative is different, and every project brings its own challenges. Whether you’re managing a legacy archive, struggling with backlogged finds, or trying to get your collection ready for NMI deposition, we offer services that are tailored, reliable, and rooted in real-world archaeological practice.
How We Work
At Déantán, we’re not a big company with layers of admin or standard packages. We’re a boutique business, which means we work closely with a smaller number of clients at a time—and that’s exactly how we like it.
You’ll deal directly with an expert. You’ll get clear communication, consistent support, and a service that adapts to your project’s unique needs. We don’t overbook. We don’t cut corners. We do it right—because we know you want to move your project forward with confidence.
Why Déantán?
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Because we’re not just ticking boxes. We’re helping you move your project forward with less stress, more structure, and better outcomes.
With Déantán, you’re not alone with your post-ex or heritage project. You’re supported by professionals who know the system, know the standards, and genuinely cares about doing the job right.
So whether you're knee-deep in samples, facing a project deadline, or planning your next project—we’re here to help you bring the past into focus, one project at a time.