Tullow Museum facts for kids
| Músaem na Tulaí | |
Tullow Bridge; Tullow Museum is visible at left
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| Location | Bridge Street, Tullow, County Carlow, Ireland |
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| Type | Local museum |
Tullow Museum (which is Músaem na Tulaí in Irish) is a museum located in Tullow, a town in County Carlow, Ireland. This museum helps people learn about the history of Tullow town and the areas around it.
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About Tullow Museum
Tullow Museum is found inside an old Methodist church. This church is on Bridge Street, right next to the River Slaney Bridge in Tullow. The building itself is quite old, dating back to around 1850.
The museum is run by a group called the Tullowphelim Historical Society. They are volunteers, which means they give their time for free to keep the museum open and running.
What You Can See at the Museum
The museum has many interesting items that tell the story of Tullow. You can find out about important events and people from the town's past.
The 1798 Rebellion
A big part of the museum focuses on the Irish Rebellion of 1798. This was a major uprising in Irish history. The museum has special displays about Father John Murphy, who was involved in the rebellion. You can even see what are believed to be the special clothes he wore as a priest.
Local History and People
The museum also has a collection of old photographs from the area. These pictures show what life was like in Tullow many years ago. If you are interested in family history, the museum has information from local gravestones. This can help people learn about their ancestors who lived in Tullow.
You can also find items related to Sir Ernest Shackleton. He was a famous explorer who went on amazing journeys to the Antarctic.
