Natural History

Merrion Street
Dublin 2

Jurassic Skies

An exhibition exploring how dinosaurs took to the air. In collaboration with National Museum Wales. **At NMI Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks**

Gift Shop

Visit our new Natural History gift shop on Merrion Street

Virtual Visit: Natural History

Online walkthrough of the four floors of Natural History. This 3D virtual visit includes two balconies currently closed to the public.

Natural History for Schools

Find curriculum-focused activities, resources and events at National Museum of Ireland - Natural History

Blaschka Models

Explore one of the world's largest collections of unique Blaschka glass miniatures.

Steps In Evolution

Discover the theory of evolution through the development of simple organisms into complex fish, amphibians and reptiles.

Discover Irish Fauna

Explore skeleton and specimens of Ireland's insects, mammals, birds, sea life & predators.

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Discover the natural world through lifelike zoological models, geological samples and engaging activity areas.

Visitor Information

Find directions, maps, guides and other useful info for our Merrion Square site

Exhibitions

Discover giant deer skeletons and a variety of mammals, birds and fish, from Ireland and around the world.

What's On?

Discover more about Natural History by attending one of our events.

International Year of the Salmon

The salmon is an iconic animal in Ireland. To help raise awareness of this the National Museum of Ireland is working with Inland Fisheries Ireland to celebrate the International year of the Salmon.

Explore & Learn - Natural History

Our Education team bring you the best activities and resources for schools, teachers, families and groups visiting Merrion Square

Natural History Collections

The Natural History division cares for the state collections in the disciplines of zoology and geology.

History & Architecture of Natural History

Enjoy the unique history of the buildings that house National Museum of Ireland - Natural History.

Contact Us

For general enquiries or information on the National Museum of Ireland - Natural History.

Play Detective at the Museum of Natural History

Can you find the following 11 incredible animals in our world-famous ‘Dead Zoo’?