Irish Wake Museum: Guided Tours

Irish Wake Museum

18:00 - 20:30

In Person

Booking required

13+, 16+, 18+

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Description:

Join curators Clíona Purcell and Donnchadh O Ceallacháin this Culture Night for free guided tours of our Irish Wake Museum! Explore the traditions and superstitions of life and death – one of the most iconic parts of Irish Culture. This tour will offer expert knowledge on the themes of death and funeral practices, alongside the history of was once a 15th-century Almshouse.

– Please note: We greatly appreciate that the subject matter of this museum may be upsetting for some and consideration should be taken to ensure that this is the correct experience for you and your companions. We advise that, at a minimum, this experience is not suitable for children under the age of 8 years.
– Due to the nature of this building, The Irish Wake Museum is not suitable for reduced mobility. This tour takes place across three floors, which are only accessible by stairs.

Times: 6:00pm | 6:30pm | 7:00pm | 7:30pm | 8:00pm |8:30pm
Duration: 50 minutes

Admisison is Free of Charge – prebooking is recommended as spaces are limited.

Suitable for visitors aged 8 and over.

Booking Link:

https://www.waterfordtreasuresbookings.com/Event/CNWM?_gl=1*uc1uwq*_gcl_au*MTE1Njc1NTI0Ni4xNzg4ODYzMzAx*_ga*NjgzODE3MzIxLjE3ODg4NjMzMzM.*_ga_P1SN5QTWRS*czE3ODg4NzY1NDckbzIkZzEkdDE3ODg4Nzg5NzckajM3JGwwJGgw

Facility & Features:

Public Transport Nearby

Additional information about accessibility:

Due to the nature of this building, The Irish Wake Museum is not suitable for reduced mobility. This tour takes place across three floors, which are only accessible by stairs.