This Easter, explore the richness of Ireland's history, culture, and heritage on a free tour with one of our experienced Museum guides.
Learn what life was like from Stone Age to Medieval Ireland, marvel at the innovation and endurance of our rural ancestors through the Irish Folklife Collection or delve into the fascinating range of symbols used to represent Ireland throughout history.
Here are some key tours to help inspire you when planning your visit to the Museum this Easter.
All tours are free and no booking is required.
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Join one of our FREE public tours to find out more about life in Ireland from the Stone Age to Early Medieval Ireland and see some of Ireland's most iconic treasures at the Museum. DATES & TIMES
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2
See a replica fishing boat, examine the beautiful oval brooches worn by Scandinavian women, and discover ice skates made of bone! Discover what life was like in Viking Dublin, and see the wider impact that the Vikings had on Ireland. This tour is for families, but all ages are welcome to join! DATES & TIMES
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Discover the artefacts associated with the patron saints of Ireland, St. Patrick, St. Brigid, and St. Colmcille, and see what archaeological evidence can tell us about the impact of Christianity to Ireland and which objects demonstrate the development of writing techniques. Take a look at other artefacts and relics connected to the many saints from Ireland in the Treasury exhibition, and learn about the incredible preservation of the Fadden More Psalter, and the impact of writing and scholarship in Early Medieval Ireland. DATES & TIMES
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin 2
Learn about the development of art in Ireland from the Stone Age to Early Medieval Ireland. See megalithic art from the Stone Age on the replica passage tomb, discover the techniques in gold of Bronze Age metalworkers on the lunulae and sun discs, learn about the influence of the Iron Age art style, La Tène, and its impact into Early Medieval Ireland on objects including the Ardagh Chalice and the 'Tara' Brooch. DATES & TIMES
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Country Life, Castlebar, Mayo
Journey back in time and marvel at the innovation and endurance of our rural ancestors through the Irish Folklife Collection. Then discover more about the life of the Fitzgerald family and the history and architectural style of Turlough Park House and Gardens. DATES & TIMES
Throughout the months of March & April
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks, Benburb Street, Dublin 7
March down to Collins Barracks for a variety of free public tours exploring the Museum's collections in this busy month of national days, holidays, and other festivities! DATES & TIMES
Throughout the Easter Midterm
National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History, Collins Barracks, Benburb Street, Dublin 7
Discover appetising histories of wining and dining across the ages or delve into the fascinating range of symbols used to represent Ireland in a free guided tour. Tours take place on Saturday and Sunday, 30 and 31 March. DATES & TIMES
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