The History of Art in Ireland Guided Tour

Close up view of a Gold Sun Disc, c. 2000 BC
  • Family friendly
  • Free to visit

Friday, 5 December 2025

Event times:

12:00 - 12:45

Event location:

National Museum of Ireland, Kildare Street

Event price:

€0.00

About this event

Join this tour to learn about the history of art from the National Museum of Ireland's archaeology collection.

On this tour, learn about the development of art in Ireland from the Stone Age to Early Medieval Ireland. See megalithic art from the Stone Age on the replica passage tomb, discover the techniques in gold of Bronze Age metalworkers on the lunulae and sun discs, learn about the influence of the Iron Age art style, La Tène, and its impact on Early Medieval Ireland on objects including the Ardagh Chalice and the 'Tara' Brooch.

No booking required, places allocated on a first-come first first-served basis. Meet in the Reception, on the ground floor. Wheelchair accessible. Adults, Families with children 8+. Children must be fully supervised by a parent or adult who is in loco parentis.

Friday 5th December at 12pm.

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