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What's on for Post Primary Schools

The Ardagh Chalice. NMI Collections 1874:99

Dear Teacher, 

Ready to ignite a spark in your students? As teachers and students settle well into the first term of 2026, there’s no better moment to bring learning to life. The National Museum of Ireland’s post primary schools programme is packed with exciting new experiences—from creative writing and buttermaking to the work of an archaeologist, exploring Irish identity, and stepping inside the new Dead Zoo Lab. Across our Dublin and Mayo sites, every workshop and tour is designed to inspire creativity, curiosity and meaningful connections to the curriculum.

Don’t miss out—start planning your museum adventure today.


BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES: 

We are delighted to announce our new booking system! Teachers can now make a booking request directly through the webpage of their preferred tour or event.


See the full schools programme for the National Museum of Ireland at:


Highlight Tours, Workshops & Online Activities: 


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