The architecture of the Museum is distinctive, making it one of the city’s most recognisable buildings. Its displays, which opened in 1937 as Ireland’s first County Museum, document centuries of stories about the people who lived, worked, and were connected to this famous city and historic county.
On display are military uniforms, wedding dresses, ceramics, natural history displays, and railway relics. The excellent art collection includes works by several well-known Irish artists, including AE Russell, John Luke, and JB Vallely.
The staff at the Museum tries to make all visitors feel welcome and is ready to answer any questions they may have. There includes a substantial reference library, as well as photographic and map collections, and a wealth of local historical information. The Museum, which hosts a range of changing exhibitions throughout the year, is a great place to begin exploring the beautiful county of Armagh.
