Dublin locations associated with AE Russell and PL Travers

United Arts Club 3 Upper Fitzwilliam Street, Dublin 2, Dublin

Although (AE) George Russell was born in Lurgan, he spent most of his life in Dublin. Of all the major figures, including Joyce, Yeats and Shaw who spent their lives...

Surprising Survivals: The Fire of 1922

Irish Manuscripts Commission 45 Merrion Square Dublin 2, Dublin, Dublin

The Irish Manuscripts Commission (IMC) was founded in 1928 after the catastrophic fire at the Four Courts in 1922 which destroyed 700 years of Ireland’s documentary heritage. IMC marked the...

‘Dismissed – to the general joy of ye family’

Carnegie Free Library Swords North Street, Townparks, Swords, Dublin, Ireland

The historical narrative around the Irish country house has long recognised its place as the epicentre of a community; economically, socially, and culturally. Particularly in Ireland where Industry was less...

Tours at the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology

National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Kildare Street Dublin 2, Dublin, Dublin

Celebrate Dublin Festival of History at the National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, and join in a tour with a Museum guide for a free and engaging tour of the...

Children’s History Tours

Saint Patrick's Cathedral Saint Patrick's Close, Dublin 8, Dublin

Discover the weird and wonderful history of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in this light, family-friendly tour. Step back in time with Cathedral Schools Officer, Kryzel Bonifacio, as you explore the Cathedral’s...

Walking Tour – Port to Gallery

The Substation Alexandra Road, Dublin, Dublin

Explore Dublin Port's vibrant history on an immersive walking tour. Discover the restored substation and original east wall, while tracing the evolution of the city, its communities, and industries. The...

Walking Tour of Marino

Casino Marino Malahide Road Marino, Dublin 3, Dublin 3

**Apologies, registration full** Casino Marino’s experienced tour guide Conal, will provide a historic guided tour of Marino and environs. The tour will include a walking tour commencing in the Casino...

Game, Set, Match: The History of Sports in Irish Society

National Museum of Ireland- Decorative Arts & History Collins Barracks Benburb Street, Stoneybatter, Dublin

From hair hurling balls from the 1500s to camogie dresses from the 1960s, join Museum Guides on an engaging and interactive tour focuses on the development and evolution of Ireland's...

Reeling in the Queers: Tales of Ireland’s LGBTQ Past

Richmond Barracks Dublin 8, Dublin

Marking fifty years of the founding of an LGBTQ rights movement in Ireland, Reeling in the Queers explores the lesser-known stories of the fight for LGBTQ rights since 1974, beyond...

Game, Set, Match: The History of Sports in Irish Society

National Museum of Ireland- Decorative Arts & History Collins Barracks Benburb Street, Stoneybatter, Dublin

From hair hurling balls from the 1500s to camogie dresses from the 1960s, join Museum Guides on an engaging and interactive tour focuses on the development and evolution of Ireland's...

Tours at the National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology

National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology Kildare Street Dublin 2, Dublin, Dublin

Celebrate Dublin Festival of History at the National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, and join in a tour with a Museum guide for a free and engaging tour of the...

Print History for all the family

National Print Museum Beggars Bush Barracks Haddington Road, Dublin 4, Dublin

Travel back in time at the National Print Museum to experience what it was like to be a young apprentice printer. Learn about Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of the printing...

Aspects of the History of Kenure House and Estate

Carnegie Free Library Swords North Street, Townparks, Swords, Dublin, Ireland

This talk is about the rise and fall of Kenure House and its estate and the trials and tribulations of the families who lived there. In the mid-17th century the...

Children’s History Tours

Saint Patrick's Cathedral Saint Patrick's Close, Dublin 8, Dublin

Discover the weird and wonderful history of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral in this light, family-friendly tour. Step back in time with Cathedral Schools Officer, Kryzel Bonifacio, as you explore the Cathedral’s...

A virtual tour of the Irish Labour History Society Museum

Pearse Street Library 144 Pearse Street, Dublin 2, Dublin, Ireland

The Irish Labour History Society (ILHS) has curated its unique collections for over fifty years, through the voluntary dedication of its members. Since 1990, these materials have been located in...

Family Walking Tour: Hidden Histories Hunt

Central Library Ilac Centre Henry St, Dublin 1, Dublin

Join Dublin’s Historian in Residence for Children Dervilia Roche for this family walking tour in Dublin city centre. Families will be following the route of the Hidden Histories treasure hunt,...