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Heritage Talk: Dunbrody Famine Ship and Irish Emigration

At Dunbrody Famine Ship & Irish Immigration Museum · New Ross, Co. Wexford

Dunbrody Famine Ship

What to Expect

Guided educational presentation about the Dunbrody, the replica famine ship that sailed from New Ross in 1848, and its significance to Irish emigration history. Speaker discusses the experience of Irish immigrants and the role of New Ross in transatlantic emigration.

Good to Know

  • Duration approximately 45 minutes
  • Included with standard museum admission
  • Museum also features interactive exhibitions
  • Booking not required for talk
  • Museum open daily

Getting There

Located in New Ross on the Dunbrody Visitor Centre site, signposted from the town. Dedicated car park on-site.

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