Luas Fun Summer Activity Guide - History
This week’s theme in the Luas Fun Summer Activity Guide is History. Ireland has a wealth of museums with hands-on work-shops where you and the kids can learn about Ireland in times gone by. National Heritage week is coming up from 18-26 August, so take Luas and brush up on your history!
You can download the History activity guide and activity sheets to keep the kids entertained here:
DUBLINIA, CHRISTCHURCH
What: Dublinia is a heritage centre featuring 3 exhibitions; Viking, Medieval and History Hunters which brings Dublin’s colourful history full circle. There is an excavation site and artefacts on display. Every Saturday in August 4/11/18/25 at 12 noon and 14:00, there is an Archaeological dig suitable for children only.
When: Daily, 10:00-17:00
Cost: Family ticket (2 Adults + 2 Kids) €23.00
Getting there:
- Luas Red Line – Four Courts + 7 min walk
- Luas Green Line – St. Stephen’s Green + 15 min walk
Contact: 01 6794611
www.dublinia.ie
HANDS ON HISTORY, COLLINS BARRACKS, BENBURB STREET
What: Fun family learning with the Museum’s collection of objects: a handling session. Drop-in activity suitable for all ages.
When: 05/08/2012 & 12/08/2012, 15:00-16:00
Cost: Free
Getting there:
- Luas Red Line – Museum
- Luas Green Line – St. Stephen’s Green + 15 min walk to Luas Red Line Jervis
Contact: 01 6777444
www.museum.ie
ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM, KILDARE STREET
What: From Vikings to Ancient Egypt, Prehistoric Ireland to Bog Bodies there's plenty to capture the imagination of all the family. The museum also provides tailored tours and events for families, as well as an activity cart in the Museum where little ones can get creative. Examine Iron Age finds from Irish wetlands including bog butter and the mysterious bog bodies.
When: Tue-Sat: 10:00-17:00, Sun: 14:00-17:00. Closed Mon
Cost: Free
Getting there:
- Luas Green Line – St. Stephen’s Green + 5 min walk
- Luas Red Line – Jervis Stret + 20 min walk
Contact: 01 6777444
www.museum.ie
THE TOP TEN, ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM, KILDARE STREET
What: Explore 7,000 years of Irish history through 10 exciting artefacts, including a gold lunula, the Tara Brooch and the Ardagh Chalice!
When: Sat 4/18 August, 15:30-16:30
Cost: Free (16 years or under), €2 Adult
Getting there:
- Luas Green Line – St. Stephen’s Green + 5 min walk
- Luas Red Line – Jervis Stret + 20 min walk
Contact: 01 6777444
www.museum.ie
RIDDLE OF THE BONES, NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM, MERRION STREET
What: Drop in to the Discovery Zone where you can inspect bones and fossils, meet Museum staff and discover how to unlock the riddles of the bones. Suitable for all ages, no booking required.
When: 22 August, 14:00-16:00
Cost: Free
Getting there:
- Luas Green Line – St Stephen’s Green + 10 min walk
- Luas Red Line – Abbey Street + 20 min walk
Contact: 01 6777444
www.museum.ie
TAKE A TRAIL, ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUM, KILDARE STREET
What: To celebrate National Heritage Week 2012, why not drop in and try worksheets in Irish? Choose from Stone Age Ireland, Viking Ireland, the Treasury Trail or My Favourite Object. These activity sheets are available in the reception area and the activity cart in the Museum.
When: 18-26 August, Tue-Sat: 10:00-17:00, Sun: 14:00-17:00. Closed Mon
Cost: Free
Getting there:
- Luas Green Line – St. Stephen’s Green + 5 min walk
- Luas Red Line – Jervis Stret + 20 min walk
Contact: 01 6777444
www.museum.ie
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