Armagh County Museum

Armagh County Museum We are a community museum telling the story of County Armagh. Admission to the museum is FREE We are FREE and open 6 days a week.

ARMAGH COUNTY MUSEUM
We are a community museum telling the story of County Armagh. Mon - Sat 10.00am - 4.00pm


Email: [email protected]


DESCRIPTION

Collections:
We are the oldest County Museum in Ireland, officially opened in 1937. The museum holds a broad collection of objects, art and archival material that chronicle the story of the people who have lived and worked i

n County Armagh throughout the centuries. From the mists of prehistory there are archaeological artefacts dating to the Neolithic period over 4,000 years ago but also objects associated with the nearby ancient capital of Ulster, Navan Fort. There are relics of Armagh's medieval past too including the important collection of Viking silver known as the Tynan Hoard. From the more recent past there are displays that range from intricate corn crafts and delicate examples of lace-making to relics from the golden age of rail travel. The museum holds an important art collection with works by many well-known artists including Jonathan Fisher, Thomas Creswick, Richard Livesay, Stephen Slaughter, Martin Cregan, George Russell (AE), William Conor, John Luke, James Humbert Craig, Charles Lamb, James Sleator, Tom Carr, TP Flanagan and JB Vallely. The museum’s costume collection is one of the best in any regional museum in Ireland with examples ranging in date from the early 18th century right up to the present day. County Armagh’s natural history is also on display with many taxidermy specimens of the local wildlife and bird species. Exhibitions and Events:
A programme of temporary exhibitions and events is organised throughout the year including the always popular free family craft days at Halloween, Christmas and Easter. The reference library and archive is in constant demand from genealogists and researchers alike and is regularly used from people of all ages. So whether you simply want to catch a glimpse of Armagh’s past or study it in depth, Armagh County Museum is an essential ingredient to any visit to Armagh city. LOCATION:
The museum is situated in what was originally a Georgian school-house, alongside Armagh’s famous tree lined Mall. Our address is
Armagh County Museum
The Mall East
Armagh
BT60 9BE


DIRECTIONS
From Belfast - exit the M1 at junction 11. Follow the signs through Portadown for Armagh. From Dublin - follow signs for Newry, then Armagh. On entering Armagh City, you will find the Museum located approximately half-way along the Mall East, between the old gaol and the courthouse. Armagh bus terminal is located about 5 minutes walk from the Museum, near the courthouse. Armagh County Museum is located approximately half-way along the Mall East, between the old gaol and the courthouse, and can be approached by car. There is free parking along the Mall, though this tends to be taken-up from early in the morning during the week from Monday to Friday. A disabled parking space is available opposite the Museum. Paid parking is also available close-by.

New Art Exhibition at the museum:  "Art of Down"During February and March we have a  new colourful exhibition on display...
03/02/2025

New Art Exhibition at the museum: "Art of Down"
During February and March we have a new colourful exhibition on display that presents a selection of works borrowed from Down County Museum. Since its establishment in 1981, the museum in Downpatrick has built up a strong collection of art, this selection reveals the talents of both amateur and professional artists.

The works are all contemporary art from the 20th century and highlight the quality and range of Down County Museum’s collection. Among the artists whose work will be on display in Armagh County Museum are Colin Middleton, F.E. McWilliam, Richard Croft, and Tom Carr.

Exhibition ends 30th March.

Image: 'Target' by Philip McCartan. © the artist. reproduced with kind permission of NMD museums

🎨 𝐀𝐫𝐭, 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐦 & 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐦𝐞 - 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧 - 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 🎵On Saturday 8th February, Armagh Rhymers will be joining us at Armagh...
31/01/2025

🎨 𝐀𝐫𝐭, 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐦 & 𝐑𝐡𝐲𝐦𝐞 - 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐮𝐧 - 𝟖𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 🎵

On Saturday 8th February, Armagh Rhymers will be joining us at Armagh County Museum for a morning of rhythm and rhyme, aimed at the under 5s but enjoyed by many ages! There’ll be dressing up, percussion instruments and lots of sensory activities to keep your little ones entertained. In addition, children will be able to get creative using a child friendly art exhibition by Dara Vallely. The focus will be on colour, texture, animals, musicians and instruments, with sessions at 11:00am, 12:00pm & 1:00pm.

🎟 Tickets are FREE but booking is essential at bit.ly/acmrhythm

Free Art, Rhythm & Rhyme for Under 5s Family fun at Armagh County Museum, The Armagh Rhymers will be in the museum on Sa...
30/01/2025

Free Art, Rhythm & Rhyme for Under 5s

Family fun at Armagh County Museum,

The Armagh Rhymers will be in the museum on Saturday 8th February for a fun packed morning of rhythm and rhyme. This event is aimed at the under 5s however enjoyed by many ages!

There’ll be dressing up, percussion instruments and lots of sensory activities to keep your little ones entertained. In addition, children will be able to get creative using a child friendly art exhibition by Dara Vallely. The focus will be on colour, texture, animals, musicians and instruments.

Definitely a morning not to be missed!

There are three sessions available :

- 11:00 am
- 12:00 am
- 1:00 pm

This is a free event however please book a ticket to reserve your spot.

Paint & Sip at the MuseumRelax, unwind and get creative on a Friday night in Armagh County Museum. Create your own uniqu...
10/01/2025

Paint & Sip at the Museum

Relax, unwind and get creative on a Friday night in Armagh County Museum. Create your own unique art masterpiece, with a few drinks, music and craic along the way.

Each evening will be a multi-sensory experience held in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. You can create your twist on a modern masterpiece inspired by music as you paint – think works by Monet, Van Gogh and Munch and Cezanne.

No experience is required – our instructor will guide you through the process from blank canvas to finished work of art.

Drinks and art materials are included, all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and creativity!

7th March – Waterlilies and the Bridge, Monet
14th March – The Scream, Munch
21st March – Starry Night, Van Gogh
28th March – Sill Life with Apples and Wine, Cezanne
Tickets priced at £25

Over 18s only

Book tickets here:

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The Museum will be closed on 24th, 25th and 26th December and 1st January.  Do drop in when we are open over the festive...
23/12/2024

The Museum will be closed on 24th, 25th and 26th December and 1st January.

Do drop in when we are open over the festive period, our Poster exhibition is definitely worth a view. Armagh Art Club is also on show - many lovely works for sale!

www.armaghartclub.com/exhibitions

Wishing everyone a lovely Christmas.

Today is a sad day at Armagh County Museum as we learned of the death yesterday of former curator D.R.M. Weatherup. Roge...
18/12/2024

Today is a sad day at Armagh County Museum as we learned of the death yesterday of former curator D.R.M. Weatherup. Roger joined the museum in 1955 as deputy of T.G.F. Paterson and retired in 1992 having spent 37 years building up one of the best museum collections in Ireland. However he wasn’t content to work from behind the desk and one of his most enduring legacies is the field work he carried out with his camera recording the changing face of county Armagh. His kind, witty and generous personality will be greatly missed by many from his adopted city and all who had the good fortune to know him professionally.

Our latest exhibition is a must-see!  Discover the captivating story behind the discovery that led to its creation and w...
26/11/2024

Our latest exhibition is a must-see! Discover the captivating story behind the discovery that led to its creation and what makes it so unique.

🎄 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 🎅Discover Christmas traditions from the past on Saturday 14th December at...
18/11/2024

🎄 𝐂𝐫𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 🎅

Discover Christmas traditions from the past on Saturday 14th December at Armagh County Museum. Unleash your child's creativity with the opportunity to make seasonal crafts, as well as enjoying an afternoon of festive stories from renowned storyteller, Liz Weir. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

☃ Times slots available:

11:00am – 12:15pm
12:30 pm – 1:45pm

Cost: £2.50 per child, under 3s and adults go free but require a ticket.

🎟 Pre-booking is essential at bit.ly/christmasacm

Armagh Art Club Winter Exhibition 2024This year there are 72 works in the exhibition ranging from beautiful landscapes t...
30/10/2024

Armagh Art Club Winter Exhibition 2024

This year there are 72 works in the exhibition ranging from beautiful landscapes to fabulous portraits. This year's competition was judged by renowned artist and sculpture, Mark Revels, whose work can be found in the garden at the FE McWilliam Gallery and Museum, Banbridge and has shown his work all over the world.

Winners were:
No 1 The old warehouse by Esther C-McNamara who was awarded the coveted Summerisland Cup.

Highly commended were:
No 39 Mairead Duffy, Bluebells.
No 45 Dorothy McKenzie, In the land of myths and legends.

The Jackie Connolly Portraiture cup
No 59 Ann Sherry, Granda

All works are for sale and admission is free, usual opening hours apply. Why not drop into the museum and see if you agree with the judges choice!

🎃 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐠-𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 👻🧛‍♂️ Saturday 26th October, 11am-12:45pm or 1pm-2:45pm🎨...
03/10/2024

🎃 𝐅𝐚𝐧𝐠-𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐟𝐮𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 👻

🧛‍♂️ Saturday 26th October, 11am-12:45pm or 1pm-2:45pm

🎨Discover Halloween traditions from the past and have a go at making some seasonal crafts.
🐍This year Talking Reptiles will make an appearance bringing with them snakes, spiders, minibeasts and much more. This is a reptile experience not to be missed!

🕷 £2.50 per child, under 3s go free

🎟 Pre-book at bit.ly/fang-tastic

Fang-tastic family fun at Armagh County Museum26th October 2024Halloween family fun at the Museum, this will be a fun pa...
02/10/2024

Fang-tastic family fun at Armagh County Museum
26th October 2024

Halloween family fun at the Museum, this will be a fun packed session for all the Family. Discover Halloween traditions from the past and have a go at making some seasonal crafts. This year Talking Reptiles will make an appearance bringing with them snakes, spiders, minibeasts and much more. This is a reptile experience not to be missed!

Times slots available:

• 11am – 12:45pm
• 1pm – 2:45pm

Cost: £2.50 per child, under 3s go free

For more information please contact:
T: + 44 (0) 28 3752 3070
E: [email protected]
A: Armagh County Museum, The Mall East, Armagh, BT61 9BE

Tickets available from visitarmagh: https://visitarmagh.com/2024-10-26t1045000100/

Going PlacesThis exhibition showcases journeys through life from marriage to a love of plants and puzzles bringing toget...
27/09/2024

Going Places

This exhibition showcases journeys through life from marriage to a love of plants and puzzles bringing together communities from different backgrounds.

Funded by the National Heritage Lottery through the Art Fund this 6 week pilot programme brought together underrepresented audiences from across the borough. We marked the end of the project on Wednesday past where participants brought friends and family together to celebrate their endeavours!

We hope it's just the beginning of the journey!

The exhibition continues until 2nd November 2024

The Ulster Cycle of Heroic talesAn exhibition by JB Vallely12th September - 19th October 2024This exhibition marks 66 ye...
17/09/2024

The Ulster Cycle of Heroic tales
An exhibition by JB Vallely
12th September - 19th October 2024

This exhibition marks 66 years from JB Vallely's first exhibition. Its inspiration is taken from a book entitled Cúchulainn - Ulster's Greatest Hero by Réamonn Ó Ciaráin which bring the story vividly to life.

Limited edition prints (1-50) from this exhibition are for sale. Proceeds from these sales will be shared between the Armagh Pipers Club and Armagh Athletic Club. To order a print contact the Pipers Club T: 07712809933, E: [email protected]

Admission to the exhibition is free 10 am - 5pm Mon - Fri & 10am - 4pm Sat

The Barn @ Tannaghmore GardensThe Barn Museum at Tannaghmore Gardens will be open this Sunday, 8th September 12-4pm.  Wh...
09/08/2024

The Barn @ Tannaghmore Gardens

The Barn Museum at Tannaghmore Gardens will be open this Sunday, 8th September 12-4pm. Why not drop in and explore, there's lots to see and our friendly guide Pascal will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

🎨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 & 𝐒𝐢𝐩 @ 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦 ✨ 𝟔𝐭𝐡, 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡 & 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫,  𝟔.𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦-𝟗:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦Relax, unwind and get creative on...
07/08/2024

🎨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 & 𝐒𝐢𝐩 @ 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦
✨ 𝟔𝐭𝐡, 𝟏𝟑𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝐭𝐡 & 𝟐𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫, 𝟔.𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦-𝟗:𝟎𝟎𝐩𝐦

Relax, unwind and get creative on a Friday night in Armagh County Museum. Create your own unique art masterpiece, with a few drinks, music and craic along the way.
Each evening will be a multi-sensory experience held in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. You can create your twist on a modern masterpiece inspired by music as you paint – think works by Monet, Van Gogh, Klimt and Warhol.

No experience is required – our instructor will guide you through the process from blank canvas to finished work of art. Drinks and art materials are included, all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and creativity and we’ll do the rest.

Running order:
6th September – Monet – Waterlilies and Japanese Bridge
13th September – Van Gogh – Sunflowers
20th September – Klimt – The Kiss
27th September – Warhol – Elvis
Tickets priced at £25
Over 18s only

🎟 Pre-booking is essential at bit.ly/paintacm

The Barn Museum @ Tannaghmore GardensThe Barn Museum at Tannaghmore Gardens will be open this Sunday 12-4pm.  Why not dr...
11/07/2024

The Barn Museum @ Tannaghmore Gardens

The Barn Museum at Tannaghmore Gardens will be open this Sunday 12-4pm. Why not drop in and explore, there's lots to see and our friendly guide Pascal will be happy to answer any questions you might have.

Today is International Museums Day and this year’s theme highlights the pivotal role of museums in education and researc...
18/05/2024

Today is International Museums Day and this year’s theme highlights the pivotal role of museums in education and research. Did you know over 6000 pages of the museum’s vast archival collection is available for everyone to search and browse on our website. It’s a compelling insight to the history, heritage and folklore of county Armagh and beyond. Click the link and dive into the past; you might even find a long lost ancestor! https://visitarmagh.com/places-to-explore/armagh-county-museum/research-geneology/

🎨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 & 𝐒𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦Relax, unwind and get creative on a Friday night in Armagh County Museum. Create yo...
16/05/2024

🎨 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 & 𝐒𝐢𝐩 𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦

Relax, unwind and get creative on a Friday night in Armagh County Museum. Create your own unique art masterpiece, with a few drinks, music and craic along the way. Each evening will be a multi-sensory experience held in the inspiring surroundings of the museum. You can create your twist on a modern masterpiece inspired by music as you paint – think works by Monet, Van Gogh, Klimt and Warhol. For a Paint & Sip absolutely no experience is required – our instructor will guide you through the process from blank canvas to finished work of art.

Drinks and art materials are included, all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and creativity and we’ll do the rest.
• 24th May – Monet – Waterlilies and Japanese Bridge (Sold Out)
• 31st May – Van Gogh – Sunflowers (Sold Out)
• 7th June – Klimt – The Kiss (Tickets Available)
• 14th June – Warhol – Elvis (Tickets Available)

May dates are now sold out but there is availability for both June dates.

🎟 Pre-booking is essential at bit.ly/paintsipacm

Address

The Mall East
Armagh
BT619BE

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+44 28 3752 3070

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ARMAGH COUNTY MUSEUM We are a community museum telling the story of County Armagh. We are FREE and open 6 days a week. Mon - Fri 10.00 - 4.00pm Email: [email protected]

DESCRIPTION Collections: We are the oldest County Museum in Ireland, officially opened in 1937. The museum holds a broad collection of objects, art and archival material that chronicle the story of the people who have lived and worked in County Armagh throughout the centuries. From the mists of prehistory there are archaeological artefacts dating to the Neolithic period over 4,000 years ago but also objects associated with the nearby ancient capital of Ulster, Navan Fort. There are relics of Armagh's medieval past too including the important collection of Viking silver known as the Tynan Hoard. From the more recent past there are displays that range from intricate corn crafts and delicate examples of lace-making to relics from the golden age of rail travel. The museum holds an important art collection with works by many well-known artists including Jonathan Fisher, Thomas Creswick, Richard Livesay, Stephen Slaughter, Martin Cregan, George Russell (AE), William Conor, John Luke, James Humbert Craig, Charles Lamb, James Sleator, Tom Carr, TP Flanagan and JB Vallely. The museum’s costume collection is one of the best in any regional museum in Ireland with examples ranging in date from the early 18th century right up to the present day. County Armagh’s natural history is also on display with many taxidermy specimens of the local wildlife and bird species. Exhibitions and Events: A programme of temporary exhibitions and events is organised throughout the year including the always popular free family craft days at Halloween, Christmas and Easter. The reference library and archive is in constant demand from genealogists and researchers alike and is regularly used from people of all ages. So whether you simply want to catch a glimpse of Armagh’s past or study it in depth, Armagh County Museum is an essential ingredient to any visit to Armagh city. LOCATION: The museum is situated in what was originally a Georgian school-house, alongside Armagh’s famous tree lined Mall. Our address is Armagh County Museum The Mall East Armagh BT60 9BE DIRECTIONS From Belfast - exit the M1 at junction 11. Follow the signs through Portadown for Armagh. From Dublin - follow signs for Newry, then Armagh. On entering Armagh City, you will find the Museum located approximately half-way along the Mall East, between the old gaol and the courthouse. Armagh bus terminal is located about 5 minutes walk from the Museum, near the courthouse. Armagh County Museum is located approximately half-way along the Mall East, between the old gaol and the courthouse, and can be approached by car. There is free parking along the Mall, though this tends to be taken-up from early in the morning during the week from Monday to Friday. A disabled parking space is available opposite the Museum. Paid parking is also available close-by.