National Biodiversity Week takes place across Ireland from 19 to 28 May 2023 and the National Museum of Ireland has a number of events and activities in place to mark the initiative.
Two key events taking place for National Biodiversity Week invites the public to discover the variety of natural life abundant on the grounds of Turlough Park in Co Mayo or go online to hear from Keeper of the NMI - Natural History, Paolo Viscardi, on how the collections in the Dead Zoo can help us understand biodiversity in Ireland and beyond. Find out more below.
Biodiversity Day at Turlough Park
11am to 4pm, Saturday, 20 May 2023, Families
National Museum of Ireland - Country Life, Turlough Park, Castlebar, Co Mayo
Join us for a day of exploration and fun as we discover the variety of natural life abundant on the grounds of the National Museum of Ireland - Country Life in Co Mayo on Saturday, 20 May from 11am to 4pm. Meet Mags Flaherty and some of the National Parks and Wildlife team, Dr. Karina Dingerkuss, educator Ceila Graebner and some special guests, for a host of events giving an insight into the birds, bees, fish and trees that surround these wonderful grounds. FIND OUT MORE
Online Talk: Biodiversity and Birds at the Dead Zoo
1.15pm to 1.45pm, 26 May 2023, Adults
Online talk
What can dead birds tell us? Join Keeper of the National Museum of Ireland - Natural History, Paolo Viscardi, for a special online talk for adults exploring how collections in the Dead Zoo can help us understand biodiversity in Ireland and beyond. BOOK YOUR FREE TICKET
No-Mow May
1 to 31 May, National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks, Dublin 7
No Mow May is an annual campaign asking everyone to put away the lawnmower during the month of May to help our native wildlife. The National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks is proud to be taking part in this aspect of the All Ireland Polinator Plan. Native Irish wildflowers like Dandelions, Clover, and Birds-foot trefoil provide the best source of pollen and nectar for our hungry wild pollinators. By mowing less, we can give them a chance to appear naturally – no seeds needed! LEARN MORE #NoMowMay