Home to the Irish Folklife Collection, the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park in Castlebar, gives a fascinating insight into our past. Visit the museum's exhibitions and galleries to experience the history of the Irish countryside between 1850 and 1950. View the unique artefacts, detailed displays, archival video footage and interactive screens.
Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds of the amazing Turlough Park after your self guided tour. Enjoy the courtyards, the magnificent gardens with their mature broadleaf trees and stop off at the stunning lake. Relax with a hot drink and treat at the café before picking up a book about Irish country life in the gift shop.
- Biodiversity Week: Minibeast Safari and Pond Dipping
Family funBiodiversity Week: Minibeast Safari and Pond Dipping Join Michael Chambers from Wild Nephin National Park for an afternoon workshop exploring the minibeasts of the land and water at Turlough Park.
- Orienteering Adventures
Family funOrienteering Adventures As part of World Orienteering Week 2026, join us for an exciting, free, family friendly open day at the National Museum of Ireland - Turlough Park, Castlebar.
- Clew Bay Garden Trail launch event
Family funClew Bay Garden Trail launch event Join Tommy Marren and gardening enthusiasts for a special event to celebrate the launch of the Clew Bay Garden Trail 2026.
- QUIET HOUR: Sensory Friendly Hour at the Museum
Family funQUIET HOUR: Sensory Friendly Hour at the Museum Visit and explore the Galleries of the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park during a dedicated Quiet Hour
- Cruinniú na nÓg: All Kinds of Bears!
Family funCruinniú na nÓg: All Kinds of Bears! Draw, Paint, Create! Celebrate Cruinniú na nÓg at the National Museum in the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park.
- Discover the history of rural Ireland.
- Go on a self guided tour of the museum.
- Take a walk in the beautiful grounds of Turlough Park.
- Visit the café and gift shop afterwards.
Bring the whole family and let the little ones play in the playground in the woods beside the museum.
