Guided tour of the National Print Museum in Dublin
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Enjoy a 60-minute guided tour of the National Print Museum in Dublin and discover the origins of printing from 1439 to the present.Hear about the development of printing over the centuries since Gutenberg's invention. See Ireland's most relevant historical printed document, the Proclamation of 1916. Admire many artifacts and learn about their production, function, and history. Take the opportunity to observe the collection without glass and actively participate. Compose your name in moveable type and print your own personalized poster to take home as a keepsake.
Highlights
- Discover the origins of printing
- Admire the most important Irish printed document, the Proclamation of 1916
- Observe the collection without any glass
- Compose your name in type and print it on a personalised poster to take home
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
an hour
Available in English
What's included
- Guided tour
- Temporary exhibition
- Permanent exhibition
- WiFi
Where you'll meet
The National Print Museum is located in the old Garrison Chapel of Beggar's Bush Barracks. Present your voucher to the staff at reception.
Operated by
National Print Museum
Important information
Know in advance:
* Admission to the museum is free of charge
* Reduced ticket is for children (age 0-17), students (age 18-24), seniors (age 65-99) and people with disabilities
* The museum is wheelchair accessible
* If you book a student ticket you'll need to show your valid student ID
* No parking is available in the Barracks. You're recommended parking on Haddington Road at local rates