countymuseumdundalk

24/07/2026

As we move into the last month of the summer holidays the Museum will screen a series of children’s favourites suitable for the entire family. Commencing at 2.15 p.m. the Museum will feature -

Wednesday August 5th Night at the Museum
Saturday August 8th Night at the Museum 2
Wednesday August 12 Song of the Sea
Saturday August 15th Swallows and Amazons
Wednesday August 19th Ice Age

Admission is free but prior booking is advised. Contact 042 93 92 999 for further information.

29/06/2026

It's that special time of the year when the Coulter Poppy is about to blossom! Here's what's going on ...

26/06/2026

We're delighted to announce that our exhibition 'The Corrs - All the Way Home' will now run through the month of July ending its run here on Saturday August 1. Admission is free.

24/06/2026

24/06/2026

A selection of items from a GNR tea set which has gone on display. This is just a beautiful collection of items recalling the importance of the railway not only as an employer but also a functioning link in terms of commercial and personal travel. As importantly it is a reminder of the layered significance of tea as a social device or psychological exchange not forgetting it as a commercial venture in terms of production, transportation and consumption. All of these roles ... in a simple cup of tea!

17/06/2026

There's a story in the news today that Kerry will have its own version of Monopoly. We were thinking if there was a Louth version of the game instead of having the terrier and Top Hat as game pieces what would best represent Louth, perhaps a Heinkel motorcar? The Boyne Viaduct?

11/06/2026

Exhibition Celebrating The Corrs at the County Museum, Dundalk

An exhibition celebrating The Corrs has just opened at the County Museum, Dundalk. Showcasing a unique collection of personal artefacts and memorabilia, the exhibition offers visitors an intimate glimpse into the family’s early beginnings and their rise to global fame.

Among the highlights are the family organ around which the siblings gathered to sing in their youth, a guitar owned by Jim Corr and purchased in Cummiskey’s Music Shop, and a bodhrán played by Caroline.

Also on display are Sharon’s blue violin, Andrea’s tin whistle, and a leather jacket bearing The Corrs logo from their 1996 tour. Music industry recognition is reflected in a signed double platinum disc presented to the band by Warner Music Australia for sales of their acclaimed album Talk on Corners.

The exhibition further brings the Corrs’ story to life through screenings of All the Way Home, a documentary chronicling their journey from Dundalk to international stardom. Featuring demo recordings, footage of their first live performance, rare photographs, and interviews with the band and their long-time manager, the film provides a comprehensive insight into their career. The exhibition runs to Jun 27 and admission is free.

02/06/2026

New Exhibition Celebrating The Corrs Opens at the County Museum

The Corrs attended the launch of a new exhibition at the County Museum on Friday, 29 May, which celebrates the musical journey and enduring legacy of the internationally acclaimed Dundalk band.
Showcasing a unique collection of personal artefacts and memorabilia, the exhibition offers visitors an intimate glimpse into the family’s early beginnings and their rise to global fame. Among the highlights are the family organ around which the siblings gathered to sing in their youth, a guitar owned by Jim Corr and purchased in Cummiskey’s Music Shop, and a bodhrán played by Caroline.

Also on display are Sharon’s blue violin, Andrea’s tin whistle, and a leather jacket bearing The Corrs logo from their 1996 tour. Music industry recognition is reflected in a signed double platinum disc presented to the band by Warner Music Australia for sales of their acclaimed album Talk on Corners.

The exhibition further brings the Corrs’ story to life through screenings of All the Way Home, a documentary chronicling their journey from Dundalk to international stardom. Featuring demo recordings, footage of their first live performance, rare photographs, and interviews with the band and their long-time manager, the film provides a comprehensive insight into their career.

The opening formed part of a day of celebration for The Corrs, which culminated in a Civic Reception at An Táin Arts Centre, where Louth County Council honoured the band’s outstanding contribution to music and their enduring connection to Louth.
Speaking at the exhibition, Cllr Seán Kelly, Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, said: “The Corrs are one of Dundalk’s greatest cultural ambassadors, bringing Irish music and heritage to audiences around the world. This exhibition beautifully captures not only their extraordinary success, but also the strong family roots and local connections that shaped their journey.”

Speaking on behalf of the band at the official opening, Caroline Corr, said: “It’s incredibly special to see these moments from our lives brought together here in Dundalk. In addition to our music, this exhibition reflects the people, places, and memories that have shaped us along the way.
“So much of what is here brings us right back to where it all began, to family, to home, and to the encouragement we received from the community around us. To share that with people in Dundalk, in the place it all started, means a great deal to us.”

County Museum Curator, Brian Walsh, emphasised the significance of the exhibition, stating: “This collection offers a rare and personal insight into The Corrs’ story, from their musical beginnings at home in Dundalk to achieving international recognition. It is a celebration of their talent, dedication, and lasting impact on Irish music.”
The exhibition will run until Saturday, 27 June, and admission is free.
For further information, contact the County Museum at 042 939 2999.

08/05/2026

Last Friday we were honoured to host the storied Merryweather fire engine which journeyed to Belfast during the Blitz. Here are some memories of the day.