Donegal County Museum

Donegal County Museum

The Donegal County Museum is based in a fine old stone building, which was once part of the Letterkenny Workhouse, opened in 1845. The Museum houses a substantial collection of artefacts relating to the history and heritage of County Donegal.

(c) Donegal County Museum Collection

Donegal County Museum
(c) Donegal County Museum Collection

Donegal County Museum

The Donegal County Museum is based in a fine old stone building, which was once part of the Letterkenny Workhouse, opened in 1845. The Museum houses a substantial collection of artefacts relating to the history and heritage of County Donegal.

(c) Donegal County Museum Collection

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The Donegal County Museum is based in a fine old stone building, which was once part of the Letterkenny Workhouse, opened in 1845. The Museum houses a substantial collection of artefacts relating to the history and heritage of County Donegal.

The first floor exhibition tells the story of Donegal from the Stone Age to the Twentieth Century. A series of temporary exhibitions are held in the gallery throughout the year. These exhibitions cover a wide range of topics with something to suit all ages and interests. The Museum also organises an events and education programme throughout the year.

The Museum is a designated Museum under the Cultural Institutions Act and has achieved Full Accreditation.

Website: www.dun-na-ngall.com/museum

Address: 

Donegal County Museum,

High Road,

Letterkenny,

Co.Donegal

Telephone:

+353 (074) 9124613

email: museum@donegalcoco.ie

Opening Times:

All Year Round           

Monday to Friday                  10.00am – 4.30pm

Saturday                                 1.00pm – 4.30pm

Closed for lunch                     12.30pm – 1.00pm

Closed on Public holidays

Admission free