This International Museum Day, we're celebrating the power of museums to connect people with Ireland's rich and layered heritage.
From historic interiors and remarkable collections to stories of land, community and resilience and remembrance, each of the museums in our care offers a different perspective on Ireland's past - and its continuing story today.
At @fotahouseandgardens visitors can step inside one of Ireland's great historic houses and explore beautifully preserved rooms, collections and craftsmanship.
At @johnstowncastle , the Irish Agricultural Museum celebrates the ingenuity, labour and traditions that shaped rural Ireland.
At @strokestownpark , the National Famine Museum preserves and shares the human stories behind one of the most defining periods in Irish history.
Museums are places of discovery, reflection and connection - safeguarding heritage for generations to come.
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The Millennial V Gen Z trend but make it about Johnstown Castle ✨🏰
Which one is better in your opinion? 🤔
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With only 8 days to go until one of our biggest events of the year Castle n Cars 6.0 , here are a few key things to know to help make the day run as smoothly as possible 👇
1. A one way traffic system will be in place on the day. Please enter via the Murrintown Road entrance and exit via the Piercestown gate. Stewards will be on site throughout the day to help direct traffic and assist attendees.
2. There is ample car parking available. Please follow the directions from our stewards, who will guide you to the next available space. We kindly ask everyone to be patient and respectful to help keep traffic moving smoothly for all attendees.
3. Online bookings will have access to a fast track lane. Please follow the signage on arrival to ensure you enter through the correct entry point.
4. If you’re booked in for a castle tour, please allow for any possible delays and make sure to arrive with time to spare.
5. The Peacock Café and The Coffee Pot will be open as usual on the day. In addition, there will be a range of additional food vendors available on site.
6. Could all IHT members attending on the day please bring their membership card.
7. We can’t wait to see your dogs.
If you’re bringing a dog or attending the dog show, please visit our website to review the dog policy. Anyone not following the policy may be refused entry or asked to leave.
8. Most importantly, enjoy the day!
If you require any additional information, please contact our Visitor Services Desk on 053 91 84671 or email [email protected].
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This is a lady’s side saddle, made in London between 1910 and 1920.
Until the 1940s, it was considered proper for women to ride side saddle rather than astride. While elegant, it did make riding a lot more challenging, and certainly more precarious!
You can see this piece on display in the Irish Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle.
Have you ever seen a side saddle in person before?
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Explore the woodland walk around Wexford’s largest freshwater lake, surrounded by native trees and wildlife.
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Become a member this summer and make lasting memories with the Irish Heritage Trust.
Enjoy year round access to the beautiful Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum and Gardens, including selected events, and gain entry to our sister properties Fota House & Gardens and Strokestown Park.
For more information visit www.johnstowncastle.ie or call 053 91 84671.
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Head Gardener @gardener_ciaran explains how the gardening team are transforming sections of lawn in the Victorian Walled Garden into a vibrant meadow, using native plants and carefully selected cultivars.
See how it all comes together, step by step by visiting our YouTube channel to watch the full journey.
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What is now the Dairy exhibition at The Irish Agricultural Museum was once home to the stable boys of Johnstown Castle.
On historic estates, stable boys were entrusted with the daily care of horses, from feeding and grooming to cleaning stalls and exercising them.
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Planning a visit to Johnstown Castle this Bank Holiday weekend and interested in a Castle tour?
It is shaping up to be a busy few days here, and our guided castle tours are likely to fill up very quickly. If you’re hoping to do a tour of the castle, we would recommend booking in advance to make sure you don’t miss out.
Looking forward to welcoming you over the weekend.
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Sunshine is here in Wexford, and there’s no better time to experience the beauty of Johnstown Castle ☀️
Wander through our stunning gardens, soak in the peaceful lakeside views, take a guided castle tour and uncover stories of Ireland’s past at the Irish Agricultural Museum.
The perfect setting to slow down, explore, and enjoy a day surrounded by nature and history.
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Help us cut down on single use waste, one cup at a time. Bring your own reusable cup and enjoy 10% off your coffee.
We compost all our coffee grounds on site, giving them a second life.
*Please note: the cup shown is not available for purchase.
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Take a piece of Johnstown Castle home 🌿
Head gardener Ciarán talks about the plants we grow and sell at Johnstown Castle, and why they’re so good for your garden.
All our plants are propagated on site by @thewexigardener@irishheritagetrust@gardener_ciaran@visitwexford
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