November 'The History of Art in Ireland' Tour
Join this tour to learn about the history of art from the Museum's archaeology collection
EVENT BOOKED OUT: Culture Club: Exploring Our Irish Natural History at the Dead Zoo Lab
Adriana Ballinger, the project lead for ‘Our Irish Natural History,’ will give a guided tour of the exhibition and discuss the importance of collaborations between museums and communities.
QUIET HOUR: Sensory Friendly Hour at the Museum
Visit and explore the Galleries during a dedicated Quiet Hour
QUIET HOUR: Sensory Friendly Time at the Museum
Visit the National Museum of Ireland at Collins Barracks and explore our galleries during a dedicated Quiet Hour on the last Saturday of every Month.
Snowflakes and Songs: A Festive Family Open Day at the Museum
Step back from the hustle and bustle of Christmas prep and celebrate the magic of the season at our free festive family day!
Footprints in the Snow Craft Drop-in with ISL
Drop-in to the Dead Zoo Lab for a quick craft and a chance to get up close with our handling collection, all with ISL
Snowflake Studio: Family Craft Workshop
Watch stained glass artist Róisín de Buitléar create sparkling snowflake designs and join in hands-on crafts to make your own snowy masterpieces with us at Collins Barracks this festive season!
Christmas Carolling with the Glória LGBT+ Choir
Join us for a heartwarming performance of Christmas carols by the Glória LGBT+ Choir.
Online Activity: Amazing Ice Age Animals
Discover the amazing animals that roamed Ireland long ago
Meet the Makers: A Christmas Shopping Morning of Irish Design & Creativity
Meet the Irish Designers & Makers, Collins Barracks Museum Store at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshops
Get your creative juices flowing at The Garden's wreath making workshop, where you'll craft beautiful holiday decorations from scratch!
Late Night Opening: In Conversation: Curating Change in a Changing Museum
Dónal Maguire, and Paolo Viscardi in conversation discussing curatorial and design approaches to two major additions to the Museum's collection displays
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Our Merrion Street location is closed for works but learn more about an exciting new space called the 'Dead Zoo Lab at Collins Barracks'
Gallery 4 (the Irish in British Regiments) of the Soldiers and Chiefs exhibition is temporarily closed to the public.