This is a state-of-the-art visitor experience in the civic centre of Clonmel, Co. Tipperary in the heart of Ireland’s Ancient East. Completely re-imagined and redesigned, the new Museum brings Tipperary’s rich hidden history vividly to life through characters, stories and is one of the largest museum collections in Ireland.
Tipperary Museum’s collection was first founded in the 1940’s and was the first purpose-built Local Authority County Museum in Ireland.
Expect to be surprised and intrigued by what you find! Immerse yourself in stories of castles and conquests, courage, superstition, murder and death. Explore tales of two worlds, from rural life in 19th century Tipperary to the Big Houses on the Suir Valley. Come face to face (literally) with Oliver Cromwell. Learn about one man and his boat and meet a host of heroes from the world of sports and entertainment. This multi-sensory experience is a must-see on your journey into Ireland’s Ancient East.
This award-winning Museum is dedicated to education and lifelong learning through engaging inhouse and visiting exhibitions, workshops, schools and community projects. Our mission is to bring our services out to our diverse communities and support cultural programming across Tipperary.
If you wish to book a group tour of Tipperary Museum please contact us at:
Workshops: Booking is required on all workshops
Workshops: €5 - €10
Summer Camps: €50 + per person (depending on materials)
Lecture Series: €10 incl. tea coffee & treat (in person)
Days Open: Tuesday - Saturday
Opening Hours: 10am - 4.30pm. Last entry 30 minutes before closing. Closed for lunch on Saturdays between 1pm-2pm. Museum will only close at lunch Tuesday-Friday due to staff shortages.
Pre Booked Sensory Hour: 10am - 11am daily
Closed Sundays, Mondays and Bank Holidays
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Our John D. Kelly photography exhibition 'Visual Emotion' is open to the public. It is a celebration of John's work over the past 40 years. It features an array of unforgettable moments in the county's history from the highs of winning All-Irelands to the lows of the Covid pandemic. It captures the lives of ordinary Tipperary people and the evolution of Clonmel and Tipperary over the years. We hope to see you all in the coming days and weeks so you can see this spectacular collection for yourselves! You can also browse a selection of photographs here on our website.
