10 Great Ireland Museums To Explore

10 Great Ireland Museums To Explore

Article by Jim Thomas

Ireland is a land rich with history and folklore. It’s the third largest island in Europe and is home to some 6.4 million residents split between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and has history going back to the ice age. With such depth of information there is little wonder that visitors to the country want to immerse themselves in the culture and find their connection to this great land. A great place to start this journey of discovery is in the many museums throughout the country.

So once you have checked yourself into your B&B in Ireland, head out and start discovering

The National Museum – Dublin and Country Mayo

Contains over two million artefacts including Archaeology, Decorative Arts and History, Country Life and Natural History of Ireland. The premier museum of Ireland situated in Dublin the capital city of Ireland and a Viking settlement with a vast history.

Museum of Modern Art – Dublin

This museum provides guided tours, lectures and book talks. The museums 17thCentury architecture and grounds make it an unforgettable visit.

Dublin Writers Museum

Ireland has a long history with literature and the Dublin Writers Museum is dedicated to preserving the fame of Irish writers and literature.

Hunt Museum – Limerick

People are drawn to Limerick after reading Frank McCourt’s book about his birthplace. The Hunt Museum is a personal collection of the Hunt Family with such diversity as stone age pieces an ancient Egypt collection. A truly ‘must stop’ for all art enthusiasts.

Cobh Heritage Centre – Cobh

An interesting collection of Irish History with an excellent Titanic Exhibit as Cobh was the last port Titanic berthed on that fateful journey. Information also on the Lusitania and the maritime history of Cork.

The National Maritime Museum of Ireland – Dun Laogohaire

Housed in the Mariners Church the Maritime Museum holds a comprehensive history of Irelands close ties with the sea. Being an island nation there is plenty of history to make this an interesting visit.

Irish Famine Museum – County Roscommon and Strokestown Park House.

The devastating mid 19thcentury Irish Famine is the dedicated story of these museums.

Dartfield Horse Museum and Park – Loughren, Co Galway

Man’s 5000 year relationship with the horse is the reason for this museum. It incorporates all aspects of horsemanship including saddlery, farming, harness, etc to present day. There are live exhibits plus and art gallery and library.

Ulster American Folk Park – Omagh, County Tyrone

An interesting outdoor museum which tells the story of emigration from Ulster to America around 17thand 18thCenturies. They have craft demonstrations, character guides and special events during the year.

The Kennedy Homestead – New Ross, County Wexford

Famous as the birthplace of President John F Kennedy’s great- grandfather Patrick Kennedy. After five generations at the Homestead the property is still being farmed.

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