Located in the renowned CHQ building, the emigration museum EPIC traces footsteps of Irish emigration in great detail. Charting the origins of Irish emigration from 500 AD, the museum will take the visitors through several interactive exhibits that explain the evolution of the Irish exodus. The museum and its various sections and galleries display information on some of the greatest Irish emigrant personalities who defined the country's rich historical past. A family center with expert genealogists allows you to trace back your own familial origins and is one of the primary features of the museum. A must-visit for history enthusiasts, the EPIC museum is indisputably one of the finest museums of the country.
Occupying the old Mariners' Church, National Maritime Museum of Ireland dates back to the year 1837. The museum houses a comprehensive collection of objects associated with the rich maritime history of Ireland. The objects cover the various eras in the region's maritime history spanning from th iconic phase of sail and steam till today. The museum building is one of the most interesting artifacts since it is a rare house of worship custom designed for sailors. The museum also features displays showcasing the rich wildlife thriving on Irish seafront.
This popular museum gives an insight into the long history of Whiskey in Ireland. Here, you will learn about the role it played throughout the centuries and even the manufacturing process at the Irish Whiskey Museum located near Trinity College. Modern and up-to-date, the museum features a variety of displays and exhibits. Tours are offered with a tasting flight of three different whiskeys at the end.
Claimed to be the first cemetery museum in the world, Glasnevin Cemetery Museum offers a glimpse into the lives of the former resident of the city. The museum also depicts the city's rich heritage through splendid interactive displays and works of art. Take a tour through the museum to gain some historical insight into the lives of some of Dublin's significant residents.
Questa ex prigione è uno degli edifici storici più importanti di Dublino. Risalente al 1796, la Kilmainham Gaol è un edificio imponente, i suoi prigionieri furono uomini, donne e persino bambini. In particolare, il Gaol è noto per aver detenuto famosi ribelli e prigionieri di guerra. Oggi l'edificio è adibito a museo con mostre, artefatti e visite guidate da docenti.
Situated in the heart of the city center, the Chester Beatty Library is an art museum and library which houses the great collection of manuscripts, miniature paintings, prints, drawings, rare books and some decorative arts assembled by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty (1875-1968). His collection is now housed in Dublin Castle in a restored 18th century building with a modern purpose-built block attached. The Library was named Irish Museum of the Year and was recently awarded the title European Museum of the Year, a coveted international accolade in the museum world. The Library's exhibitions open a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. The rich collection from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe offers visitors a visual feast. Egyptian papyrus texts, beautifully illuminated copies of the Qur'an, the Bible, European medieval and renaissance manuscripts are among the highlights of the collection. Turkish and Persian miniatures and striking Buddhist paintings are also on display, as are Chinese dragon robes and Japanese woodblock prints. In its diversity, the collection captures much of the richness of human creative expression from about 2700 BC to the present day. Admission is free.