History Museums in Dublin

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The nectar of life is all around you at one of Dublin's top attractions - the Irish Whiskey Museum. Here's where to come for a full lowdown on whiskey's history and to see some very cool whiskey memorabilia from the 1800s. The Irish Whiskey Museum is located right in the heart of Dublin, by Trinity College.

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EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is situated in the lively Custom House Quarter building in Dublin's port district. The museum brings Ireland's fascinating history to life with immersive and interactive exhibits, video galleries, motion sensor quizzes, remastered archival material from 100 years ago, and more. EPIC is dedicated to the far-reaching influence of Irish emigration, and the impact of the 10 million Irish men and women who left Ireland for foreign shores.

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The GPO Museum is located inside the General Post Office on Dublin's O’Connell Street. This grand building, designed by Francis Johnston in 1814, is easy to reach by Dublin Bus, as well as via Bus Éireann and other national bus companies. It's also a three-minute walk from the Abbey Street stop on the Luas Red Line.

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MoLI is the museum of literature for the world’s greatest storytellers. Inside the University College Dublin Newman House location on St Stephen's Green, you can discover Ireland’s rich literary heritage from past to present. There's immersive exhibitions, treasures from the National Library of Ireland, and a tranquil gardens and a café to relax in.

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The Little Museum of Dublin is a gem in the heart of the city. Its friendly staff are passionate about regaling the stories of Dublin's past, as well as being both handsome and witty in equal measure! Through over 5,000 artefacts, kindly donated by the good folk of Ireland, the museum tells the story of Dublin's last 1,000 years. Take a self-guided gander, or try to catch one of the much-loved guided tours for a fun and fascinating history lesson.