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Irish Emigration Museum Dublin

Irish Emigration Museum Dublin

Emigration Museum Dublin

Emigration during the Famine is included in the Irish Famine Exhibition Dublin which will be held from April 1st to September 30th 2024 on the 2nd Floor of the Stephens Green Shopping Centre.

Things to do in Dublin

Things to do in Dublin

Things to do in Dublin. Dublin, the vibrant capital of Ireland, is a city that seamlessly blends its rich history with a contemporary flair. From its charming cobbled streets to the lively atmosphere of its pubs, Dublin offers a plethora of experiences for locals and tourists alike. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the diverse range of things to do in Dublin that makes the city a must-visit destination. Get ready to immerse yourself in the culture, history, and charm of this enchanting city.

Maria Edgeworth

Maria Edgeworth
Maria Edgeworth, along with other members of her family, was involved in philanthropic and charitable activities to alleviate the suffering of the Irish people during the Great Famine.

Irish Famine Charity - Ottoman Sultan Abdulmajid I of Turkey

Irish Famine Charity - Ottoman Sultan Abdulmajid I of Turkey
A Heartfelt Letter of Thanks: The Irish Famine and a Beacon of Ottoman AidIntroductionIn the pages of history, the Irish Famine of the 19th century...

The leaves that struck terror into Irish farmers in 1846

The leaves that struck terror into Irish farmers in 1846
Incredibly, actual leaves from diseased potato crops that devastated Ireland during the Great Famine still exist.These leaves were originally take...

Dublin Famine Tour

Dublin Famine Tour
Dublin Famine Tour The Irish Famine Exhibition  Located on the 2nd Floor of the Stephens Green Shopping Centre. This summer exhibition tells the st...

Kinsale Workhouse Register 1847

Kinsale Workhouse Register

Registry of Admittance and Discharge

Ballinspittle in County Cork is an area that was covered by the Kinsale Union Workhouse.

The 1841 Census states that there were 816 houses in the area, and 654 of these were windowless, one-room cabins, built of mud.

Despite this, the area was described as a prosperous one.

The potato blight was first seen in the area in September 1845....

Souperism - The Achill Mission Colony

Souperism - The Achill Mission Colony
Origin of the term 'Taking the Soup' or to 'Take the Soup'.

As we embark on another important year of commemorations, it's important to remember that 2020 also marks the 175th anniversary of the start of the Irish Potato Famine (1845 to 1852).

For many, the term "taking the soup" is synonymous with the Famine story. 

Protestant Bible societies set up schools in which starving children were fed, on the condition of receiving Protestant religious instruction at the same time....

Letters of the Famine, in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper:

Letters of the Famine, in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper:
About 1.5 million Irish immigrants sailed to U.S. ports during the Great Famine of the mid-19th century, most of them starving and disease-weakened. Their arrival prompted plenty of news coverage and debate, much like today’s reporting about immigration and the Trump administration’s travel ban.....

Famine Children Born at Sea, in the U.S. National Archives "Prologue" magazine

Famine Children Born at Sea, in the U.S. National Archives "Prologue" magazine
Anne Kerny wailed and moaned as the Garrick sailed to America during the worst winter of Ireland’s Great Famine. Somewhere in the Atlantic, before the ship reached New York City on January 20, 1848, the cries of the baby she delivered also filled the steerage compartment.......

The Workhouse

The Workhouse

The workhouse was introduced into Ireland as part of the English Poor Law system in 1838. The British government believed it to be the most cost effective way of tackling the desperate state of poverty in Ireland. Some English politicians also believed that it would prevent the Irish destitute from swamping England.

Irish Famine Orphan Girls Shipped to Australia

Irish Famine Orphan Girls Shipped to Australia
4000 adolescent female orphans emigrated from Irish workhouses to the Australian colonies, arriving at Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide between 1...