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.
- National Drawing Day at Turlough Park
Family funNational Drawing Day at Turlough Park Drop into the National Museum of Ireland to sketch, draw and explore your creativity - materials provided, all abilities welcome.
- Folk Cures of Ireland
Family funFolk Cures of Ireland Join author Cecily Gilligan at the National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, for a fascinating look at Ireland’s traditional folk cures.
- 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.
- 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.
