July Tours at Collins Barracks
This July, we're offering a range of free guided tours of the Museum's collections every week.
Public Tour - Museum, House and Gardens
Join a Museum guide for an engaging and informative tour of the Museum Galleries, Turlough Park House and Woodland Gardens.
ACTIVITY: Orienteering Adventure
Take part in an Orienteering Adventure at the National Museum of Ireland at Turlough Park
July 'The History of Art in Ireland' Tour
Join this tour to learn about the history of art from the Museum's archaeology collection
DEMONSTRATION: Boules on the Lawn at Turlough Park House
Watch members of Castlebar Pétanque Club demonstrate this unique game of pétanque (outdoor boules) on the grounds of Turlough Park.
All Ireland GAA Senior Championship - History of Sport in Ireland tours
Ahead of the Inter-County Senior Championship Finals, get your mind active during our Game, Set, Match tours and learn about the history of sporting in Ireland.
WATCH: Traders on the Reek
Visit the National Museum of Ireland at Turlough Park for a screening of Louisburgh Killeen Heritage Group's award winning documentary, Traders on the Reek.
Drop-In: Raiders, Traders and Settlers! Viking Ireland Handling Workshop
Find out about life in Viking Dublin by visiting the Learning Resource Room at the Museum to see some replica Viking Artefacts!
EVENT BOOKED OUT: Relaxed Sensory Friendly Children’s Workshop: Clarke’s Colourful Creations
Relaxed Sensory Friendly. This workshop is suitable for families who have one or more children who are neurodivergent, and those who seek out sensory input.
The Army No. 1 Band Performance
Free Open Air Lunchtime Recital
Drop-In: Forge and Rune! Viking Sword Craft Workshop
Make your own mini paper Viking sword during this drop-in craft workshop.
EVENT BOOKED OUT: Culture Club: Game, Set, Match: The History of Sports in Irish Society with Diarmuid Bolger
Explore the history of sport in Ireland with Museum Educator Diarmuid Bolger
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The Straw, Hay, and Rushes Exhibition is temporarily closed due to unforeseen circumstances.
The National Museum is delighted to launch its latest programme of guided tours, workshops and resources for primary and post primary schools for the spring term.
Learn more about the plans for our Merrion street Location
Gallery 4 (the Irish in British Regiments) of the Soldiers and Chiefs exhibition is temporarily closed to the public.
