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All Ireland GAA Senior Championship, History of Sport in Ireland Tours

- Family friendly
- Free to visit
Saturday, 19 July 2025 - Saturday, 26 July 2025
About this event
This tour explores the development and evolution of Ireland's societal and sporting past, from hair hurling balls dating from the 1500s to ladies camogie dresses from the 1960s. Explore and learn about Gaelic games, soccer, rugby, cricket and horse racing with friends and family in the National Museum's collections.
Sat 19 or 26 July:
14:00 Game, Set, Match: The History of Sports in Irish Society
Tours will begin in Reception at Collins Barracks. Booking is not required. However, places are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information on our tour offerings, contact bookings@museum.ie or call 01 648 6453.
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