Situated in our over 300-year-old Military Barracks, the new Changing Ireland Galleries provide unprecedented public access to our 20th and 21st century history collections. Here you will encounter the everyday or extraordinary objects that witnessed or contributed to the transformation of Ireland over the last 150 years.

On our 'From Revolution to Repeal: An Introduction to Changing Ireland' tour, explore key moments in Ireland’s political and social history, from early 20th-century rebellion and partition, to the emergence of a more open society in the 21st century. In 'Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity', gain insight in to how Irish identity has developed since 1900 - through language, culture, sport, and religion, and how it continues to evolve today.

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Upcoming guided tours 

Saturday, 18th October 2025 
14:00    From Revolution to Repeal: An Introduction to Changing Ireland 
15:30    Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity

Saturday, 25th October 2025
14:00    From Revolution to Repeal: An Introduction to Changing Ireland 
15:30    Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity

Sunday, 26th October 2025
14:00    From Revolution to Repeal: An Introduction to Changing Ireland 
15:30    Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity

You can also listen to these tours as audio guides and discover some of the people, stories, and themes explored in the Changing Ireland galleries here. For more information about the Changing Ireland galleries, please click the following link: Changing Ireland Galleries

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Tours will begin in Reception at Collins Barracks. Booking is not required, and places are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information on our tour offerings, contact bookings@museum.ie or call 01 648 6453.