EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
EPIC
An interactive museum in the docklands telling the story of the millions of Irish who left home to make their way in the world, repeatedly rated among Europe's top attractions.
EPIC is housed in the basement of the 19th-century CHQ warehouse building in the docklands. Visitors move through 20 interactive galleries in a passport-stamping format, from the Great Famine emigration to the influence of Irish descendants in politics, science, sport and music. The multimedia design is lively and suits visitors who know little about Irish history. Tickets are required, and you should allow 1.5 to 2 hours. Next door are a memorial statue to the Great Famine and a replica of the emigrant ship Jeanie Johnston, which is worth visiting on the way.
Opening hours
About 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Samuel Beckett Bridge
- Merrion Square
- National Gallery of Ireland
- Trinity College Dublin & Book of Kells
- National Museum of Ireland – Archaeology
- GPO & O'Connell Street
- Croke Park
- Little Museum of Dublin