National Museum of Ireland - Country Life

Museum Castlebar, County Mayo, Ireland
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What to expect

The National Museum of Ireland - Country Life is a great place to visit with family and friends. The museum features a range of exhibits, including the Irish Folklife Collection, which showcases objects representative of the traditional way of life in Ireland. Visitors can also explore the museum's grounds, which include a playground, greenway, and picnic areas. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible and offers a gift shop and cafe. The museum's Education and Outreach Team offers a range of engaging and curriculum-linked tours, workshops, and resources, making it a great place for families to learn and have fun together

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Family trip to Ireland: complete file

Family trip to Ireland: complete file
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the National Museum of Country Life in Castlebar, which showcases the history of rural life in Ireland, focusing on fishing and traditional crafts

Highlights: The kids loved exploring the traditional Irish cottages and seeing how people lived in the past. They were fascinated by the exhibits on fishing and the many uses of straw ✨