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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum provides an interesting perspective on Irish history, one that views Ireland through the eyes of its emigrants. Seventy million people across the globe claim Irish heritage, showing their profound impact.

Experience Ireland on a deeper level. You will not find leprechauns or pots of gold, but the museum reveals how Irish identity extends well beyond this small island’s shores. Through the tales of emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and outlaws worldwide, explore why 'I’m Irish' is one of the world’s most engaging conversation starters.

As a three time winner of Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum doesn’t just tell you these stories, it lets you experience them in an exciting, vibrant, and fully interactive museum at the heart of Dublin City’s Docklands.

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  • An old, brown style photo of a man in uniform with black boots seated on a camping chair.
    Frontlines: Irish Journalists Abroad Exhibition
    WinterFrontlines: Irish Journalists Abroad Exhibition

    EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum will open its latest exhibition, Frontlines: Irish Journalists Abroad, shining a light on the powerful stories of Irish reporters whose work has influenced world events and reshaped ideas of Irish identity.

    10 October - 31 March 2026
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    Santa in the Sky – Santa’s Grotto at EPIC
    WinterSanta in the Sky – Santa’s Grotto at EPIC

    Join us for a truly unforgettable Christmas adventure at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, where Santa is waiting to meet you.

    22 November - 22 December
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    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided Tour - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - Join our Daily Guided Tour at 1pm for an engaging 1 hour experience with one of our expert guides.

    29 December - 2 January 2026
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    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - Rebels and Revolutionaries Women's History
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided Tour - Rebels and Revolutionaries Women's History

    Specialised Daily Guided Tours - Discover the lives and legacies of women who have blazed a trail in Ireland and abroad with our dedicated Women’s history tour, featuring Nellie Bly, Anne Bonny, and Mother Jones.

    5 January - 9 January 2026
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    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided Tour - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

    Specialised Daily Guided Tours - Join our Daily Guided Tour at 1pm for an engaging 1 hour experience with one of our expert guides.

    12 January - 16 January 2026
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    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - LGBTQ+ Tour
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided Tour - LGBTQ+ Tour

    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - Exploring Ireland’s LGBTQ+ past and present, this tour brings Irish queer histories to light. From Mon 19 - Fri 23 January 2026.

    19 January - 23 January 2026
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    Specialised Daily Guided tour - CHQ Tour
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided tour - CHQ Tour

    Specialised Daily Guided Tour - Our one hour tour of The chq Building is a unique opportunity to hear the stories and history behind one of Dublin’s last remaining industrial era warehouses.

    26 January - 30 January 2026
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    Specialised Daily Guided Tours - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
    WinterSpecialised Daily Guided Tours - EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum

    Specialised Daily Guided Tours - Join our Daily Guided Tour at 1pm for an engaging 1 hour experience with one of our expert guides.

    2 February - 6 February 2026
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  • 70 million people world wide have Irish heritage.
  • Hear tales of emigrants who became writers, artists, scientists and politicians.
  • This fully interactive museum has won Europe’s Leading Tourist Attraction three times.
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Take the Dublin Docklands Family Trail to explore the Dublin Docklands. This circular trail can be started at any of its seven stops and with a range of activities along the route, it is suitable for all the family to enjoy.

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