October: The Saints & Scholars of Ireland Tours

3 women are smiling, one pointing at a gold object in a glass display cabinet which they are gathered around.
  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit

Friday, 18 October 2024 - Saturday, 26 October 2024

Event times:

14:00

Event price:

€0.00

About this event

This October join a free special guided tour about the artefacts and shrines connected to Irish saints and how Christianity influenced the development of writing.

Join NMI to discover the artefacts associated with the patron saints of Ireland, St. Patrick, St. Brigid, & St. Colmcille, & see what archaeological evidence can tell us about the impact of Christianity to Ireland & which objects demonstrate the development of writing techniques.

Free tour, no booking required, places allocated on a first come first served basis. Meet in the Reception, on the ground floor. Partially wheelchair accessible. Families with children 8+yrs.

Fri 18 Oct at 15:30 / Sat 26 Oct at 14:00

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