Éire to EU: European Connections through the Museum's Collections Guided Tours

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks

Free guided tours exploring Ireland's relationship with Europe through the Museum's collections. No booking required 

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Event Summary

Weekend guided tours at Collins Barracks are free for visitors at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks.This tour examines over a century of social, political, cultural and design history, highlighting how Ireland has contributed to and influenced European culture through craft, design and innovation. Through objects, stories and discussion, visitors will explore themes of identity, democracy, citizenship and cultural exchange, and consider Ireland's place in the European Community. These tours are suitable for children but children must be supervised at all times.

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What You’ll Experience

• Learn about Ireland's influence on European culture through craft, design and innovation
• Hear fascinating stories and explore through objects from the Museum's collection
• Explore Clarke Square, Out of Storage / What's in Store, and Changing Ireland galleries.
• Object handling and high quality images to support tour content. 

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Who Is This Event For?

• Adults & families
• Museum visitors wanting to explore 20th & 21st Century Museum collections and connect with history

Children must be fully supervised by a parent or responsible adult.

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Dates & Times

• Sunday, 6 September – 14:00 and 15:30
• Saturday, 12 September – 14:00 and 15:30
• Sunday, 13 September – 14:00 and 15:30
• Saturday, 19 September – 14:00 and 15:30
• Sunday, 20 September – 14:00 and 15:30

Tours last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Tours are first‑come, first‑served based on capacity 

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Location

Collins Barracks
National Museum of Ireland
Benburb Street, Dublin 7, D07 XKV4

Meeting Point: Museum Reception

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Accessibility Information

This event is wheelchair accessible. Please contact bookings@museum.ie for specific access queries

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Booking Information

• Free admission
• No booking required
• Places allocated on a first‑come, first‑served basis

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Related Experiences

• For more information about the Changing Ireland galleries, click the following link: Changing Ireland Galleries
• Visiting the National Museum of Ireland During Ireland's EU Presidency 2026 | National Museum of Ireland

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book in advance? 
No booking is required  

How long does the event last? 
45 minutes - 1 hour 

Is the event suitable for children? 
Yes, but children must be supervised at all times. 

Where do I go when I arrive? 
Reception at Collins Barracks