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This exhibition begins by marking the arrival of Christianity in Ireland which was accompanied by the introduction of writing. Subsequent significant events include the later Viking invasions and moving through the Medieval period, the collapse of the last independent Irish kingdoms.

Image caption: The Clonmore Shrine

Exhibition information

This exhibition is on display in area 12 of the History Zone and is free to attend (download the museum map, PDF 290KB)

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