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Cavan County Museum A tour of the Museum through its elegant indoor and outdoor exhibition galleries provides an insight into the heritage of Cavan from antiquity to recent times.
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Cavan County Museum, a magnificent 19th century building, which is beautifully situated amid extensive grounds nestling among the East Cavan lakes and drumlins, an ideal starting point for a relaxing family day out. Explore the award winning WWI Trench Experience, 1916 Rising, Battle of the Somme , Road to War - Path to Reflection Exhibitions in the Museums Peace Garden. When you have explored the exhibition areas, why not pay a visit to our Craft and Coffee shops where you can relax and enjoy a snack. Afterwards you walk it all off with a leisurely stroll in the gardens and walkways in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility, and for younger visitors the playground will be a welcome diversion. We welcome you to our Museum and hope you have an entertaining and enjoyable visit, and that you will come back again and again. Entrance fee:
€6 adults
€4 for children/seniors. No booking necessary unless a large group.

Such a lovely event and inspiring exhibition. Come and see it.
23/08/2026

Such a lovely event and inspiring exhibition. Come and see it.

22/08/2026

Join us for the launch of an immersive exhibition telling the story of Lough Sheelin at Cavan County Museum . The exhibition brings the rich heritage, legends and beauty of the lake to life through art, film, storytelling and music.

Led by Kim Gaffney Art, the project showcases artwork by Kim, a striking mural by and creative contributions from local schools. Specially composed harp music by musician Barry O'Reilly accompanies a film created by Dimitry of Jago Studio, featuring local people sharing their memories, knowledge and stories of the lake. The film also captures some of the hidden treasures of Lough Sheelin, including rarely seen islands and the ruins of a castle and monastery.

Come and experience the history, culture and natural beauty of Lough Sheelin through this unique multimedia exhibition.

📅 Saturday 22 August,
⏰3.00pm
📍 Cavan County Museum
This project is supported by Creative Cavan and Cavan County Council through
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As part of Heritage Week Ciara and Breithann visited Loughcrew with our archaeology handling collection, showing visitor...
21/08/2026

As part of Heritage Week Ciara and Breithann visited Loughcrew with our archaeology handling collection, showing visitors examples of some of the tools the builders of the cairns would have used.

Many thanks to Head Guide Rodney McKenna and OPW - Office of Public Works for the invite!

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Still some time to see The Virginia Brooch. We are delighted to be supported by the Department of Culture, Communication...
18/08/2026

Still some time to see The Virginia Brooch.
We are delighted to be supported by the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport through the Mobility of Collections Scheme 2026 with the transport, insurance and installation costs associated with this loan for the summer of 2026 from the National Museum of Ireland. Department of Culture, Communications and Sport Cavan County Council

Delighted to have this immersive exhibition on Lough Sheelin opening in the museum. Do come along to the opening! Well d...
18/08/2026

Delighted to have this immersive exhibition on Lough Sheelin opening in the museum. Do come along to the opening! Well done to all the artists involved in a beautiful study of art, music and film. fans Heritage Week Cavan Heritage Cavan County Council Creative Cavan This is Cavan Cavan County Library Service Cavan Arts Cavan Public Participation Network

Join us for the launch of an immersive exhibition telling the story of Lough Sheelin at Cavan County Museum. The exhibition brings the rich heritage, legends and beauty of the lake to life through art, film, storytelling and music.

Led by Kim Gaffney Art, the project showcases artwork by Kim, a striking mural by and creative contributions from local schools. Specially composed harp music by musician Barry O'Reilly accompanies a film created by Dimitry of Jago Studio, featuring local people sharing their memories, knowledge and stories of the lake. The film also captures some of the hidden treasures of Lough Sheelin, including rarely seen islands and the ruins of a castle and monastery.

Come and experience the history, culture and natural beauty of Lough Sheelin through this unique multimedia exhibition.

📅 Saturday 22 August,
⏰3.00pm
📍 Cavan County Museum
This project is supported by Creative Cavan and Cavan County Council through

All set for Lunchtime Lecture at 12pm today with Kevin Sweeney, Artist, on The evolution of house dwellings in Ireland...
15/08/2026

All set for Lunchtime Lecture at 12pm today with Kevin Sweeney, Artist, on The evolution of house dwellings in Ireland. Cavan County Library Service This is Cavan Cavan Heritage Cavan County Council Heritage Week Creative Cavan Cavan Public Participation Network fans

Heritage Week starts today! And we're kicking off with not one, but three great events in Cavan County Museum!At 12noon ...
15/08/2026

Heritage Week starts today! And we're kicking off with not one, but three great events in Cavan County Museum!

At 12noon we have a talk by model maker Kevin Sweeney on Irish House Dwellings

At 2.30pm our tour guide Breithann takes us on a tour of his favorite objects in the museum

And all day we have the Stitched Stories exhibition by the Erne Quilters and Ruth Carden in the Eden Gallery!

Drop in today to take part!

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Address

Virginia Road
Ballyjamesduff
COUNTYCAVAN

Opening Hours

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

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049 854 4070

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