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Down County Museum

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(192) · Museum in Downpatrick, United Kingdom
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Down County Museum is based in an old gaol of 1796 and has 10 galleries covering the archaeology and history of County Down, Early Christian …

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Aug 21, 2024
So much fun. Very informative and fun to see. Lots of great displays and lots to see. I would definitely recommend a visit if you’re in the area. It’s also great for children.Full review by Damien M
Jun 22, 2024
Had the pleasure of taking a tour around the museum on Saturday with our guide Chris, a lovely and very knowledgeable young man from the museum. I thought the tour and information were excellent and …Full review by Peter D
May 21, 2024
I was so pleasantly surprised by this little gem of a museum. Not only are the collections incredibly interesting, but the curators did an amazing job at keeping the exhibits engaging at every turn, …Full review by Yasmin T
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This museum is housed in the old Down County Gaol in Downpatrick next door to the Down Cathedral. Built between 1789 and 1796, the …
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Hi, How much is entry to the museum?
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Free, but a donation would be kindly appreciated.
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Answer by Neil C · Mar 1, 2023
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Are there family records from the late 1600s and early 1700s available at the Downpatrick Museum?
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They have a lot of old records I'm sure they could help.
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Hi I just this minute read my 2x great grandfather Owen Mathews was held here in 1836 awaiting to be transported …
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Hi I just this minute read my 2x great grandfather Owen Mathews was held here in 1836 awaiting to be transported to Australia for larceny stealing a watch to help his widow mother and 4 orphaned children, I am grateful for this website gives me some insight what it was like for him, thank you so much for keeping our history alive, would love to visit from Australia one day, kindest regards Kathy
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Hi Kathy I live just beside the museum there is lots off history and I’m sure if you where to visit some day or even email them they might able to find lots off information regarding your …
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Hi Kathy I live just beside the museum there is lots off history and I’m sure if you where to visit some day or even email them they might able to find lots off information regarding your enquiry hope that’s some hope and help best regards
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Answer by Stephen M · Feb 22, 2018
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