Learn about one of the most important eras of Irish history though the Famine Story exhibition at Skibbereen Heritage Centre. Skibbereen is synonymous with the Great Famine of the 1840s, when over a million Irish people died and at least another 1.5 emigrated. Skibbereen was one of the worst affected areas in all of Ireland […]
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Explore 800 Years of History with our FREE Education Programme Saint Patrick’s Cathedral is one of the oldest buildings still in use in Ireland today. Built by the Anglo-Normans in the 13th century it is a superb example of medieval Gothic architecture. It has experienced and survived wars, revolutions and a reformation. Visiting school groups […]
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In Craggaunowen children can have a True Living History experience that covers many aspects of the School Curriculum, from the Bronze Age to medieval times. They will visit the Crannog dating from the Bronze Age, seeing how they were built and how the people lived and survived in them. Learn about the first form of […]
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Bantry House and Garden is a stately home situated on the Wild Atlantic Way overlooking Bantry Bay in the South West of Ireland. It houses an important private collection of furniture and objects of art. It has been home to the White family since 1739 and was open to the public in 1946. Today visitors […]
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Glasnevin – Ireland’s History Carved in Stone Glasnevin Cemetery Museum offers inspiring and engaging education programmes and activities for students. Opened in 1832, Glasnevin Cemetery is the resting place of many of the men and women who have shaped Irish history over the last two centuries. We provide specialised tours and workshops that are closely […]
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Lorcan Collins, author of a number of books on revolutionary Irish history founded the 1916 Rebellion Walking Tour in 1996. Over the past two decades he has led thousands of walking tours that visit the sites of the Easter Rising, the War of Independence and the Civil War. “The 1916 walking tour is the only […]
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From Orienteering to Archery, Zorbing to Wall Climbing, CV Preparation to Interview Skills, Bunratty Castle and Folk Park or King John’s Castle are ideal venues for Secondary Students to develop their teambuilding, leadership and communication skills. At Bunratty Castle & Folk Park explore the most complete and authentic medieval castle in Ireland. Built in 1425 […]
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Dublinia, one of the top school attractions, has three exciting exhibitions, Viking Dublin, Medieval Dublin and History Hunters; an interactive archaeology exhibition! Exhibitions are designed in-line with the curriculum and students are toured by guides wearing historically accurate costume. Students engage with reconstructions of Dublin’s past and experience what life was like in Viking times. […]
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Michael Collins House, Clonakilty is a new museum dedicated to Irish revolutionary hero Michael Collins. Learn about the ‘Big Fella’ himself, his life story intertwined with the history of the fight for Irish independence. Discover the local patriots who went before Collins and dedicated their lives to an independent Ireland, influencing the path which Collins […]
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The GENEius Pathways programme is an interdisciplinary, cross-curricular module run as part of our Children’s, Youth and Community Programme The GENEius Project. Your class group will start off their family history journey in the Irish Family History Centre or at your school. We will support students as they research their own family history, and they […]
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GPO Witness History offers exciting and engaging education visits for students of all ages. During their guided tour of GPO Witness History students are taken on a journey of discovery as they trace the development of Ireland from the birth of a nation to modern times. After the guided tour, students can engage with activities […]
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Lullymore Heritage & Discovery Park is set on 60 scenic acres of woodland / peatland in the heart of Irelands largest bog – the Bog of Allen. The Park recently won “Best Environmental Innovation” at the Irish Tourism Industry Awards 2017 for its work on rehabilitating cutaway peatlands and educating visitors on the potential of […]
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Cork is a city with a very rich historical and archaeological heritage – much of it still in evidence today. Part of this heritage, Cork City Gaol is located 2 km NW from Patrick’s Street and while the magnificent castle-like building is now a major and unique visitor attraction, this Gaol once housed 19th century prisoners! Visitors get a fascinating […]
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