Irish Famine Exhibition

Stephen's Green Shopping Centre, Tuesday 1st April - Tuesday 30th September

The Irish Potato Famine was the most catastrophic event in Ireland's turbulent history. It is also regarded as being one of the worst Famines in history (deaths as a proportion to population). The use of the word ‘Famine' in this context is controversial, for Ireland at the time was part of the richest Empire in the World (the British Empire). There was sufficient food in the country throughout the ‘Famine' years, yet over a million people died from starvation and disease, and millions more were forced to flee.

This Exhibition tells the story of what happened during those horrific years. We use rare 19th century photographs, witness accounts, contemporary sketches as well as maps and statistical information. Also on display are three American Newspapers containing articles on the state of Ireland at this time. A 15 minute film with seating is included in the Exhibition and the average time spent by visitors is 1 and 1/4 hours.

Open 7 days a week


Date:
Tuesday 1st April - Tuesday 30th September
Time:
12.00pm
Price:
€10 - €35
Address:
Irish Famine Exhibition, Saint Stephen's Green, Dublin, Ireland

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