Symbols of Ireland in the National Museum’s Collection Guided Tour

National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Sunday 2nd February

Join Museum Guides for a tour exploring examples of symbolism in Ireland. Visitors will discover how symbols have been used throughout Irish history to represent senses of identity, and how this has changed over time.

The tour will examine why certain objects, such as shamrocks and harps, were chosen to symbolize the Irish state. Visitors will also explore examples of symbols representing Ireland through cultural prisms, including sport, art and music.

Date:: Sunday 2nd February
Time:: 3.00pm
Price:: Free, drop in. First-come, first-served basis
Address:: National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Benburb Street, Stoneybatter, Dublin, Ireland

Symbols of Ireland in the National Museum’s Collection Guided Tour