Exhibition Launch - The Courageous Men of Cavan

What to Expect

The Courageous Men of Cavan is a community arts project five years in the making. Eight hundred hearts were created by members of the wider Cavan community - one for every Cavan man who fought and died during WW1. The exhibition launch takes place at 2:30pm during National Heritage Week and aims to foster a sense of connection and gratitude, bridging generations through the memories of those who served. The exhibition is expected to run at the museum for an extended period following the launch.

The project places creativity and community wellness at its centre, involving schools, community groups and families across the county in the making of the hearts.

Good to Know

• Free admission; no booking details listed - contact info@cavanmuseum.ie or 049 8544070 for information

• Launch on the first day of National Heritage Week 2026 (15-23 August)

• Exhibition continues at the museum after Heritage Week

• Combines with the museum’s permanent WW1 Trench Experience and exhibition

Getting There

Cavan County Museum is in Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan, off the M3 motorway. Free car parking on site.