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.
- Late opening for Culture Night
AutumnLate opening for Culture Night Visit the National Museum of Ireland at Turlough Park, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, for Oíche Chultúir/Culture Night on Friday, 18 September 2026.
- Corncrake Conservation
AutumnCorncrake Conservation The corncrake is one of Ireland's rarest and most iconic farmland birds. Join Liam Loftus of Natura Communities Farmlands Birds to learn about the conservation work that is happening to protect the corncrake for future generations.
- ISL Guided Tour - Museum, House and Gardens
AutumnISL Guided Tour - Museum, House and Gardens Journey back in time and marvel at the innovation and endurance of our rural ancestors through the Irish Folklife Collection.
- 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.
