February Midterm Drop-Ins at the Dead Zoo Lab

A selection of minerals from the Handling Collection
  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit

Saturday, 14 February 2026 - Saturday, 21 February 2026

Event times:

11:00 - 13:00

Event price:

€0.00

About this event

Drop into the new Dead Zoo Lab at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks this February Midterm.

Drop into the Discovery Zone at the Dead Zoo Lab, Collins Barracks, this February Midterm.

Enjoy short, family-friendly activities exploring natural history—no booking needed, though brief waits may occur.

Discover local animals and essential minerals, handle real or replica furs, fossils, minerals and bones, and chat with a Museum Educator. Finish with a creative self-guided activity. Wheelchair accessible.

Dates:

• Sat 14 Feb – Animal Signs, 11am–1pm

• Tue 17 Feb – Marvellous Minerals, 11am–1pm

• Thu 19 Feb – Marvellous Minerals, 11am–1pm

• Sat 21 Feb – Marvellous Minerals, 11am–1pm

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