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Ireland’s premier cultural institution and home to the greatest collection of Irish heritage, culture and history. Free admission.

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National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 8d

📅 What's on at Collins Barracks this August? 🎨 Children's Craft Workshop 🎼 Harp Talk & Performance 🤲 Hands-on History Session 🏛️ Guided Museum Tours 🧩 Sensory-Friendly Quiet Hour Plus a full programme of Heritage Week events from 15-23 August. www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Promotional event poster from the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks. The poster lists August events including monthly LGBTQIA+ tours of Collins Barracks, Culture Club guided tours, Quiet Hour sensory-friendly museum access, Heritage Week programmes from 15-23 August, migration history tours, children’s craft workshops, a hands-on history handling session, an introduction to Collins Barracks tour, and a talk and performance on the harp in nineteenth-century Ireland. The design features a cream background with brown text and a decorative image of an ornate Irish harp in the lower-left corner.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 13d

📻 Tune in to RTÉ Radio 1's Nature On One: Casement this Bank Holiday Monday (3 Aug) at 12 noon. Dr Aidan O'Hanlon explores Roger Casement's little-known passion for zoology and the remarkable specimens now held by the National Museum of Ireland. 🦋🐍

The Gnathothlibus casementi, a species of Hawkmoth named in honour of Roger Casement. Photo: Eitschberger & O'Hanlon, 2023

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 14d

Looking for a unique summer evening in Dublin? 🌆 #DublinByDusk returns tomorrow Thursday, 30 July with Guided tours, live music, and behind-the-scenes insights across Collins Barracks & Kildare Street. Find out more: www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/D...

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 17d

Looking for a unique summer evening in Dublin? 🌆 #DublinByDusk returns on 30 July with Guided tours, live music, and behind-the-scenes insights across Collins Barracks & Kildare Street. Find out more: www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/D...

Promotional poster for “Dublin by Dusk: Summer Sounds by Sei Green, Live at Collins Barracks.” Features two people wearing sunglasses standing among lush green hedges in a garden setting. Event takes place Thursday, 30 July at 19:00.

Discover Dublin’s history after hours with Dublin by Dusk: Evening Discovery Tours at the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street. Promotional graphic featuring an intricately decorated medieval gold brooch on a turquoise background, with tour times at 17:00 and 18:30 on Thursday 30 July.

National Museum of Ireland promotional poster advertising “Dublin by Dusk: A Guide's Guide to Collins Barracks.” The artwork shows an expressive, vintage-style illustration by Harry Clarke of a Harlequin holding a stringed instrument, with intricate gold and cream decorative patterns in the background. Text on the poster reads: “Dublin by Dusk: A Guide's Guide to Collins Barracks. Thursday, 30 July, 17:30 & 19:00.”

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 19d

What does traditional craftsmanship look like in modern Ireland? Tiernan Gaffney explores the stories of three talented makers whose skills connect past and present. Discover more in this week's blog: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Collec... #CuratorBlog #MuseumBlog

Historic black-and-white photograph showing a craftsperson kneeling in a field and weaving willow rods in the making of a coracle boat in Oldbridge, County Meath, before it was rowed on the River Boyne (1930)

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 22d

🌆 Spend a summer evening at Collins Barracks on 30 July. Explore hidden stories, enjoy yoga on the green, and experience live music from Sei Green as part of Dublin by Dusk. Find out more: www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/D... #DublinByDusk #DublinEvents

Dublin by Dusk at Collins Barracks, National Museum of Ireland, promoting a free Yoga on the Green session with The Sanctuary. Image shows a yoga class in progress and advertises a free event on Thursday 30 July at 5:15pm.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 27d

Inspired by a Nigerian proverb, this striking silver and bronze piece was created by @ncad-ireland.bsky.social jewellery student Grant Endziulis Animashaun. Part of The Weight of Words exhibition 📍 National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks 🎟️ Free admission www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Cover image for “Till We Turn to Ash.” Dark blue stacked typography appears on a pale blue background beside a bronze sculpture of an open hand. Resting in the palm is a small silver human figure. The composition contrasts large and small sculptural forms, highlighting themes of care, fragility, memory and human connection.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· 28d

Discover the Museum after hours at #DublinByDusk for Evening Discovery Tours. Join us and explore remarkable objects, including the iconic Tara Brooch. 📍National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street 📅 Thursday, 30 July 🕔 Tours: 17:00 & 18:30 www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/D... #TaraBrooch #Archaeology

The Tara Brooch featured in a promotional poster for Dublin by Dusk: Evening Discovery Tours at the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology, Kildare Street, Dublin. Evening tours on Thursday 30 July at 17:00 and 18:30.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 9

A silver ring by @ncad-ireland.bsky.social student Anna Pakish, inspired by the Slavic proverb “Don’t wake Likho while it’s quiet”- a warning to let sleeping dangers lie. Part of The Weight of Words @ National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks. Free entry. www.museum.ie/.../Exhibiti...

Charred wooden branch with a silver sculptural form set with a red gemstone on a green background, with bold red Cyrillic text reading “Не буди лихо, пока оно тихо”.

Charred wooden branch with a sculptural silver form set with a deep red gemstone, displayed against a muted green background, overlaid with bold red text reading “Let sleeping dogs lie”.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 7

Hands-On History- an interactive hands-on history session featuring artefacts from the Museum’s handling collection Friday, 10 July 2026-11:00 - 12:30 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Teal-background event graphic with the heading “Hands-On History” in large light-blue text. Below, smaller text reads: “Collins Barracks, Friday, 10 July 2026, 11:00 – 12:30.” Decorative icons of a calendar and an alarm clock appear beside the event details. Additional text states: “Get to grips with the powerful stories of Irish men and women who shaped history,” describing an interactive historical programme.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 7

Revolutionary Women: Exploring Women's Roles in Conflict in Ireland- Guided Tours Saturday, 11 July 2026-15:30 Sunday, 12 July 2026- 15:30 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Teal-background graphic with bold light-blue text reading: “Revolutionary Women: Exploring Women’s Roles in Conflict in Ireland Guided Tours.” Below, event details show two sessions at Collins Barracks: Saturday, 11 July 2026, 15:30 – 16:15, and Sunday, 12 July 2026, 15:30 – 16:15. Calendar and clock icons accompany the listings. The clean design emphasises the focus on women’s contributions to Irish history.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 7

1913 - 1923: A Decade of Military Conflict- Guided Tours Saturday, 11 July 2026-14:00 Sunday, 12 July 2026- 14:00 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Teal-background promotional graphic with large light-blue text reading: “1913 – 1923: A Decade of Military Conflict Guided Tours.” Below, event details list two sessions at Collins Barracks: Saturday, 11 July 2026, 14:00 – 14:45, and Sunday, 12 July 2026, 14:00 – 14:45. Small calendar and clock icons appear beside each listing, reinforcing the scheduled times. The minimalist layout highlights the historical theme and guided tour format.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 7

This weekend at Collins Barracks, marking the National Day of Commemoration. Guided tours and interactive history events honouring those who lost their lives in past wars & UN service. Friday 10th - Sunday 12th July| Free events | All welcome More: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Black-and-white historic photograph of an armed uniformed figure walking along a wet city street, carrying a long rifle across the body. Several civilians and cyclists move through the background, while a small group stands observing near shopfronts. The rain-slicked pavement reflects light, and early 20th-century buildings line both sides of the street, suggesting an urban Irish setting during a period of conflict.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 3

🦴 Make some fossil friends this summer! Drop into the Dead Zoo Lab at Collins Barracks for a free family activity exploring favourite fossils. An Irish Sign Language interpreter will be present 📅 Wed 8 July ⏰ 2pm–4pm 📍 Collins Barracks, Dublin 7 No booking required. www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Bright yellow promotional poster reading ‘Make Fossil Friends at the Dead Zoo Lab’ in large red text, with a photo of spiral ammonite fossils embedded in rock and a note that the event is Irish Sign Language supported

Event details poster on a yellow background showing ‘Wednesday, 8 July 2026, 14:00–16:00, Dead Zoo Lab, Collins Barracks,’ with an image of fossilised tooth-shaped specimens in stone

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 3

How do you protect museum collections from pests? 🐜 🧊 “Is there room in the freezer for the hippo?” A fascinating behind-the-scenes look at pest management with Tim Heanue at the National Museum of Ireland: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Collec... #MuseumBlog #NMIBlog #RegistrationCorner #Museumology

Collage of Specimen undergoing Integrated Pest Management © National Museum of Ireland

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 3

From Crumlin 🏺 To the world stage ⚽ A Bronze Age vessel, richly ornamented and discovered in Crumlin, Co. Dublin- and tonight, a hometown represented globally. Best of luck to Pico & Cape Verde #FromCrumlinToTheWorld #IrishHeritage #BronzeAge #WorldCup #CapeVerde #CaboVerde #PicoLopes #Crumlin

White sans-serif text reading “From Crumlin” centred on a solid blue background, used as a title slide introducing an artefact from Crumlin, Dublin.

Base view of a circular earthenware vessel from Crumlin, Dublin, showing incised radial markings in the centre and a ring of evenly spaced decorative impressions around the edge, set against a blue background.

Side view of a decorated earthenware vessel from Crumlin, Dublin, showing horizontal bands of incised lines and dotted patterns, with vertical comb-like grooves around the body, set against a blue background.

White sans-serif text reading “Best of Luck to Pico” centred on a solid blue background, used as a title or message slide.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jul 2

“Keep your distance” Silver + peridot cat rings by @ncad-ireland.bsky.social student, Smilte Binkyte, inspired by a Lithuanian proverb on boundaries. Part of "The Weight of Words" @ the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Free entry www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Bright pink promotional graphic featuring bold green text reading “Keep Your Distance” alongside three silver cat head rings with green eyes, presented as museum-inspired contemporary jewellery.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 29

Planning summer days out with the kids? 👀 Turlough Park has a packed lineup of FREE family events this July & August - outdoor games, craft demos, exhibitions & even a brown bear 🐻 Perfect for a fun (and affordable) day out 🌿 👉 www.mummypages.ie/free-summer-...

Outdoor family event at the National Museum of Ireland with visitors gathered around a hands-on craft table under white canopy tents, wicker structures displayed in the foreground on a sunny day.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 24

Dublin by Dusk 🌙 Late-night opening at the National Museum of Ireland - Thurs 25 June Tours, talks & after-hours access: ✨ LGBTQIA+ history tours ✨ Harry Clarke curator talk ✨ Guided tours Explore after hours →https://www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/Dublin-by-Dusk-at-the-National-Museum-of-Ireland

Colourful Harry Clarke-style stained-glass panel featuring a haloed central figure framed by intricate gold-winged creatures and deep blue and red glass, promoting a curator talk at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, as part of the Dublin by Dusk programme.

Vibrant stained-glass artwork in the style of Harry Clarke showing a central religious figure with halo, surrounded by symbolic winged creatures in gold, blue and red tones, above event text: “Dublin by Dusk: Harry Clarke Curator Talk, Collins Barracks, Thursday 25 June, 18:00,” National Museum of Ireland.

Modern upholstered chair with curved armrest and chrome frame on a neutral background, with text: “Dublin by Dusk: Join us for LGBTQIA+ history tours, Thursday 25 June, 17:30 and 19:00,” National Museum of Ireland.

Visitor looking into a glass museum display case containing ornate metal artefacts, with exhibition labels visible, promoting “Dublin by Dusk: Kildare Street After-Hours Guided Tours, 25 June, 17:00 and 18:30,” at the National Museum of Ireland.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 22

Late Evening Discovery Tours offer a quieter way to explore Ireland’s past with expert guides. Experience the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street, after hours. 📅 25 June| 17:00 |18:30 🎟️ Free Discover #DublinByDusk. www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/D...

Visitor viewing an illuminated museum display case with intricate metal artefacts at the National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street, with promotional text reading “After Hours Tours – Dublin by Dusk, Thursday 25 June

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 19

From rare shells and “unicorn horns” to modern museums… 🐚🦄 How did curiosity shape the collections we treasure today? Dive into the story behind cabinets of curiosity 👇 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Collec... #MuseumBlog #NMIBlog #RegistrationCorner #Museumology

Print entitled "Museum of T.C.D." A view of the Museum of Trinity College Dublin, in Regent House. © National Museum of Ireland with overlaid text “The Origins of Cabinets of Curiosity.”

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 18

Ireland’s National Cultural Institutions @nationalgalleryirl.bsky.social @immaireland.bsky.social @crawfordartgallery.bsky.social generate €209m annually but their true value goes beyond economics. From wellbeing to social cohesion, culture shapes stronger societies www.museum.ie/en-IE/Press-...

From the left, Dr. Éimear O’Connor, Interim Director of the National Museum of Ireland, Ali Curran, Chairperson of IMMA- Irish Museum of Modern Art, Genevieve Wyeth, Board member, National Library of Ireland, Mary McCarthy, Director of the Crawford Art Gallery, Patrick O'Donovan TD, Minister for Culture, Communications and Sport, Cathal O’Donoghue, Chair of the Board of the National Museum of Ireland, Caroline Campbell, Director of the National Gallery of Ireland, Annie Fletcher, Director at IMMA - Irish Museum of Modern Art, and Audrey Whitty, Director, National Library of Ireland gathered in Dublin to mark the publication of an evidence-based report on ‘The Economic and Social Contribution of Ireland’s Collecting Institutions: Beginning a new Conversation’ by Fitzpatrick Associates Economic Consultants.
Image by Mark Stedman

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 17

Please note that the car park at Collins Barracks will be closed from Sunday, 21 June until Wednesday, 01 July.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 17

Let’s get one thing straight: Irish history isn’t 🌈 Mother Pride Block Party lands at Collins Barracks on Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, 2026. 🎶 All welcome. 🔗 www.museum.ie/en-IE/News/M... #Pride #DublinEvents #LGBTQHistory

Promotional poster for the National Museum of Ireland featuring a rainbow gradient background with white text reading “Let’s get one thing straight. Irish history isn’t. Explore LGBTQ+ history.” Includes museum branding and location Collins Barracks, Dublin 7.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 12

Join us on Wednesday, 17 June, as the Army No. 1 Band performs a Free Lunchtime Recital at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Dublin. www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 12

It is a keen eye & a gifted hand that can look at a willow hedgerow & not just envision a boat but build it too. Craftsman Tom Delaney has those exceptional abilities. Curator Noel Campbell recently travelled to Tom's workshop to find out more. www.ouririshheritage.org/content/arch... #CuratorBlog

Workshop scene showing traditional willow boat construction (currach frames), with woven wooden hull structures leaning against a white wall and bundles of long willow rods stacked upright. In the foreground, a person in casual clothing stands beside the handcrafted frames inside a studio space with wooden flooring. Overlay text reads: “The weaver’s willow boats.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 10

“It’s better to light a candle than to blame the dark.” @ncad-ireland.bsky.social Student Emilio Gabat transforms this proverb into jewellery using silver + beads 🔥 Part of The Weight of Words - an exhibition inspired by Akan gold weights and cultural storytelling. 🔗 www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Its better to light a candle then to blame the dark: Silver, beads

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 9

What if the most influential organisms on Earth are the ones we rarely see? Parasite Tales at the Dead Zoo Lab uncovers the hidden world of parasitic worms-revealing their role in biodiversity, evolution & health. Discover the science of the unseen: www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Feather lice from a kingfisher Alcedo spp. that crashed into a building in the University College Cork. Photo credit: Paddy Sleeman, University College Cork

Roundworm Heligmosomoides polygyrus (Dujardin, 1845) Boulenger, 1922 taken from the wood mouse, Apodemus sylvaticus (Linnaeus, 1758). Photo credit: Peter Stuart, Munster Technological University

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 9

📅 June at Collins Barracks 🇮🇪 Pride tours (incl. ISL), Quiet Hour, guided tours & Dublin by Dusk ✨ Free Rainbow Trail + more. 📣 June 25 update: 17:30 LGBTQIA+ Tour | 18:00 Curator Talk | 19:00 LGBTQIA+ Tour Free & bookable events. Plan your visit! www.museum.ie/en-IE/Museum...

Poster from the National Museum of Ireland outlining ‘What’s On at Collins Barracks’ for June 2026, featuring family events, Pride Month activities, monthly tours, Dublin by Dusk evenings, and the Stoneybatter Festival.

National Museum of Ireland@nmireland· Jun 6

To mark the 30th Anniversary of Cavan County Museum, the Virginia Brooch (7345:W33) is now on display in Cavan County Museum. The Brooch is a large hammered silver bossed penannular brooch dating to the late 9th/early 10th century. www.museum.ie/collections/... #Archaeology #CollectionsOnline