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Public Programme - we make our own histories

we make our own histories in the Riding School at Collins Barracks

we make our own histories opened at Collins Barracks on 28th February, 2024. Join us for a public programme of Artist Talks, public tours, and an 'In Conversation' series, among many other exciting events, until the exhibition's closure in August.

This page is regularly updated so check back for more upcoming events.


Public Tours 

Ireland, Then and Now: Irish Symbolism in the Museum's Collections
Tours will explore the role of the Museum and focus on artefacts on display that express Irish identity, such as the Egan Harp, William Smith O’Brien Cup, Great Seal of Ireland etc. The tour will conclude in the we make our own histories exhibition looking at how artist Anthony Haughey’s artworks, co-created with communities across Ireland, reflect Irish culture and identity today, including Dress for Akunma, A Flag for Ireland and the Young People’s Assembly Table.

Admission free, no booking required, places allocated on a first-come basis. 

Dates/Times:
Sunday 28 July: 3pm

For more information about our public tour offerings, see here.
 

Location:


Public Programme - we make our own histories is located at:
Collins Barracks ,
Benburb St,
Dublin 7
D07 XKV4


we make our own histories opened at Collins Barracks on 28th February, 2024

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Collins Barracks ,
Benburb St,
Dublin 7,
D07 XKV4

+353 1 677 7444