September 'The History of Art in Ireland' Guided Tour

Pair of Gold Sun Discs, c. 2000 BC
  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit

Saturday, 20 September 2025

Event times:

11:30 - 12:15

Event price:

€0.00

About this event

Join this free tour to learn about the history of art from the National Museum of Ireland's archaeology collection. On this tour, learn about the development of art in Ireland from the Stone Age to Early Medieval Ireland.

See megalithic art from the Stone Age on the replica passage tomb, discover the techniques in gold of Bronze Age metalworkers on the lunulae and sun discs, learn about the influence of the Iron Age art style, La Tène, and its impact into Early Medieval Ireland on objects including the Ardagh Chalice and the 'Tara' Brooch.

No booking required, places allocated on a first-come first-served basis. Meet in the Reception, on the ground floor. Wheelchair accessible. Adults, Families with children 8+. Children must be fully supervised by a parent or adult who is in loco parentis.

Sat 20th Sept at 11:30

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