National Maritime Museum of Ireland

09/06/2026

Celebrate Bloomsday from 11-16 June and see the Baily Lighthouse Optic on display at the Maritime Museum of Ireland, the very light referenced by Leopold Bloom in Ulysses. Discover a unique link between Joyce’s Dublin and Ireland’s maritime heritage. 📚⚓✨

For more information on Bloomsday Festival events and tickets, visit bloomsdayfestival.ie.

02/06/2026

🚢⚓ Exploring the National Maritime Museum

Explore the stories of sailors, explorers, merchants, and naval traditions that shaped life at sea. Discover fascinating ship models, navigation tools, and captivating tales of trade, adventure, and discovery. Join us as we uncover the highlights of the National Maritime Museum and journey through the rich history of the maritime world.

29/05/2026

DLR Tourism

Here's the perfect way to make the most of your visit to our beautiful harbour town. The Dún Laoghaire Passport takes you to 9 iconic spots to collect unique stamps, and earn a commemorative shamrock pin! 🍀

Launched this week by Cllr Jim Gildea, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, the Dún Laoghaire Passport encourages people to visit key locations across the town and collect unique stamps along the way.

Here’s how to get yours…
📋 Collect your FREE passport from the Tourism Information Kiosk (off Marine Road/Queens Road junction)
🗺️ Scan the QR code to access a digital map showing all 9 locations
🏛️ Visit these iconic spots and collect unique stamps:
Victoria Fountain
East Pier Battery
Dún Laoghaire Baths
& Museum
Peoples Park

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Anseo – Urban Art Trail

Collect stamps at each location, complete the trail, and earn a special commemorative shamrock pin from the kiosk.

It's a fantastic way to experience Dún Laoghaire, meet local people, and support local businesses while exploring our incredible heritage and attractions!

22/05/2026

🌊⚓ SAIL INTO SATURDAY WITH US! ⚓🌊

This Saturday, our much-loved Songs of the Sea programme returns to the stunning ! 🎶✨

Expect stunning choral music in a truly unique setting, and an unforgettable evening surrounded by maritime history.

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast and spaces are limited, so grab yours before Saturday through the museum website!
https://www.mariner.ie/songs-of-the-sea/

20/05/2026

🌊 This Saturday! 🌊

Join us for Songs of the Sea: a Choral Voyage Across the Sea - from timeless shanties to modern masterpieces, there’s something for everyone to love. Cór Fingal

Cór Fingal is an award winning, adult mixed-voice chamber choir with a wide repertoire, conducted by Eoin Conway.

Looking for something different for your Saturday evening? Look no further! Tickets available through the museum website!

https://www.mariner.ie/songs-of-the-sea/

13/05/2026

So looking forward to our exhibition in the National Maritime Museum in Dún Laoghaire, opens on Thursday 14th May.

05/05/2026

New collection, deep heritage ⚓

The City of Dublin Steam Packet Co. has officially docked at our museum shop, and every purchase helps us preserve Ireland's maritime story.

T-shirts, mugs, coasters & magnets are now available at our gift shop.

Shop with purpose. Preserve our past.

01/05/2026

Join us for Songs of the Sea: a Choral Voyage Across the Sea - from timeless shanties to modern masterpieces, there’s something for everyone to love.🌊⚓️ Cór Fingal

Cór Fingal is an award winning, adult mixed-voice chamber choir with a wide repertoire, conducted by Eoin Conway.

Cór Fingal was set up by former members of Enchiriadis Chamber Choir and Fingal Choral programme in order to continue and develop the tradition of choral music initiated by Dr Marion Doherty in 1988. Now, the choir is conducted by Eoin Conway and has since won various awards at different Choral Festivals.

Songs Of The Sea National Maritime Museum Saturday 23rd May @ 7.30pm Tickets €20 Join us for a Choral Voyage

24/04/2026

Dive into creativity this season at the National Maritime Museum!

The museum invites young artists (12 and under) to take part in an art competition inspired by marine life and the ocean.

Themes: “Protect Our Blue Planet” and “Whales, Sharks, Dolphins.”

All artistic mediums are welcome on A3 paper.
Your creativity could be featured as next year’s official poster!

See you there, young artists!👩‍🎨🎨🧑‍🎨

16/04/2026

Dive into creativity this season at the National Maritime Museum! Eason Ireland

The museum invites young artists (12 and under) to take part in an art competition inspired by marine life and the ocean.

Themes: “Protect Our Blue Planet” and “Whales, Sharks, Dolphins.”

All artistic mediums are welcome on A3 paper.
Your creativity could be featured as next year’s official poster!

See you there, young artists!👩‍🎨🎨🧑‍🎨