Changing Ireland Tours at Collins Barracks
National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks
Free guided tours exploring political, social and cultural objects from the Museum’s 20th and 21st Century collections. No booking required.
Event Summary
Weekend guided tours at Collins Barracks are free for visitors at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks. Visitors will explore the new Changing Ireland Galleries and encounter the everyday or extraordinary objects that witnessed or contributed to the transformation of Ireland over the last 150 years. These tours are suitable for children but children must be supervised at all times.
What You’ll Experience
Who Is This Event For?
Children must be fully supervised by a parent or responsible adult.
Dates & Times
Saturday, 10th October 2026 - Dublin Festival of History
14:00 Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity This Public Tour is cancelled. We apologise for any disappointment.
15:30 Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity This Public Tour is cancelled. We apologise for any disappointment.
Saturday, 31st October
14:00 Slow-Looking Tour - Sliotars, Sashes and Symbols: Shaping Irish Identity
For more information about slow looking tours, please see here.
Tours last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Tours are first‑come, first‑served based on capacity
Location
Collins Barracks
National Museum of Ireland
Benburb Street, Dublin 7, D07 XKV4
Accessibility Information
This event is wheelchair accessible.
Booking Information
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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?
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