Galway City Museum
| County: | Co. Galway |
| Tel: | 091 532460 |
| Fax: | 091 532467 |
| Email: | museum@galwaycity.ie |
Galway City Museum is based in an award winning architectural building at the spectacular location of the Spanish Arch in Galway City. The museum collects, preserves and displays material relating to the history and heritage of Galway City. It provides an insight into the unique culture and heritage of Galway City and traces the history of the City of the Tribes. Visitors can experience and iteract with the varying representations of Galway city, past and present.
The ground floor of the Museum houses a fascinating collection of artefacts dating back to Prehistoric and Medieval times, while the first and second floors host exhibitions reflecting the history, stories and experiences of the people of Galway. The galleries host a series of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, covering a wide variety of topics. The Museum provides great variety, with something to suit all ages and interests.
General Information
| Address: | Spanish Arch, Galway City. |
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| Telephone; | 091 532460 |
| Fax: | 091 532467 |
| Email: | museum@galwaycity.ie |
| Website: | http://www.galwaycitymuseum.ie |
| Location: | In the City Centre next to the Spanish Arch. |
| Season: | All year |
| Open Times: | Tue - Sat, 10am - 5pm Closed Sun, Mon, Good Friday (see website for Christmas opening hours) |
| Tours: | 1 hour guided tours available in English or Irish. Max 25 people. Charge €2 pp/€40 group. |
| Booking Contact: | Brendan McGowan / Brendán O'hEaghra |
| Manager: | Patricia Philbin |
| Average Visit Length: | 1 - 2 hours |
| Entrance Fees: | Free Admission |
| Exhibition: | History of Galway City and its people. |
| Restaurant: | Cafe with wide variety of locally sourced and freshly baked produce |
| Picnic Area: | No |
| Coach Parking: | No |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | No |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
Exhibitions at Galway City Museum
TOURING EXHIBITIONS:
Celtic Twilight: Art in Ireland, 1900-1945 (Model Gallery, Sligo)
This intriguing exhibition examines the differences between the Celtic Revival of Irish arts and literature in the early 20th century and the birth of the modernist movement in Ireland. Artists include Paul Henry, Jack B. Yeats, Sean Russell, Maurice MacGonigal, Louis Le Brocquy, Mary Swanzy, Evie Holt, and more.
Modified Expression (Crafts Council of Ireland)
An exciting mix of emerging and established artists whose work is inspired by the written word. The exhibition was created in response to the work of the authors participating in literature strand of the the Kilkenny Arts Festival. Featuring calligraphic text, deconstructed books, intricately hand-cut paper, and recycled and re-sculptured works, Modified Expression is a fascinating collection of artworks that demonstrates each artist’s personal interpretation of the texts, transforming literary works into visual ones and creating powerful new forms of expression.
Galway & the Wars of Empire (Second Floor Gallery)
This exhibition looks at the involvement of Galway men and women in the Wars of Empire, from Napoleonic times to the First World War. The exhibition features a number of objects on loan from Renmore Barracks Museum, the National Museum of Ireland, Trinity College, the Connaught Rangers Association, Galway City Museum collection and from various private sources.
All events are free of charge unless otherwise stated. Booking is advised. For further information or to make a booking please contact (091) 532 460.
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