To promote public awareness and appreciation of the architectural, cultural and historic heritage of Kilkenny city and county for the benefit of the public.

To encourage the conservation and use of the architectural, cultural and historic heritage of Kilkenny city and county.

To manage properties of architectural, cultural and historic heritage in Kilkenny city and county.

To participate with organisations active in the development of the tourism potential of Kilkenny city and county.

To manage and market:

• Butler House and Garden
• The Castle Yard
• The Medieval Mile Museum
• Such other buildings of architectural, cultural and historic heritage as may come within the remit of Kilkenny Civic Trust.