Go beyond the stereotypes at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum
You won’t find leprechauns or pots of gold here, but you’ll discover that what it means to be Irish expands far beyond the borders of Ireland through the stories of Irish emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and even outlaws all over the world. Discover Ireland from the outside in and find out why saying “I’m Irish” is one of the biggest conversation starters, no matter where you are.
Where we are
The CHQ Building, Custom House Quay, Dublin 1.
+353 (0)1 906 0861
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10 min walk from city centre
5 min from Connolly/Tara Station -
George’s Dock Stop
Luas Red Line -
Hop off/hop on buses
All stop outside EPIC -
We accept Dublin Pass
Free entry to EPIC
The best museum I've ever been to...
"This is not a classic museum, it is a museum experience. It is very interactive and so is great for kids. You can take in as much information in as much time as you would like."
Amazing!
"This was nothing like i expected. I had seen pictures of others peoples visits but nothing tops actually seeing it in person. Very informative, very interactive!"
Best thing to do in Dublin!
"Anyone that is visiting Ireland must go to Dublin to visit the EPIC museum, it’s a self guided museum where you walk through different sections and learn all about Irish history and culture."
A Unique and Fascinating Museum
"This museum deserves all the awards it’s won. A visually entertaining, sophisticated interactive display with a wealth of information on how, where and why the Irish emigrated."
The best museum I have ever visited...
"As you walk from one interactive room to the next, Ireland’s history unfolds before your eyes. Each room takes you through Ireland’s rich tapestry of history. An interesting, thought provoking journey. Highly recommended."
What’s happening
Unique Irish Valentine's Gifts at EPIC Museum Gift Shop
From hand-crafted greeting cards to Celtic jewellery, quirky Irish prints to sweet treats, send unique Irish gifts to someone you love this Valentine’s Day, wherever they are in the world.
Born in Sydney to Irish parents, Fanny Durack would go on to win the first women’s Olympic swimming medal, breaking a total of 12 world records from 1912-18.
Discover how she defied the odds: https://hubs.ly/H0FrQt90 @ITabroad
Ireland’s Own: A perpetual presence in Irish media
As the country’s longest running magazine, Ireland’s Own has weathered many recessions and withstood turbulent changes to the media landscape, and has even seen an increase in readership since the Covid-19 pandemic. But why has the magazine’s popularity endured when others haven’t?
Hidden Histories of the Irish Abroad: Irish, Jewish & Irish Jewish History
In the nineteenth and early twentieth century, Irish and Jewish emigrants often found themselves living side by side in the tenement housing of the migrant working class, particularly in the East End of London and New York’s East Side. This talk will explore the experiences and encounters between the Irish and Jewish diasporas.
EPIC Explorers: St. Brigid’s Spring Around the World Workshop
Discover how the Irish celebrate Spring around the world in this fun and creative craft workshop suitable for Primary School students. Learn all about the Irish traditions of St. Brigid’s day, such as making nature tables and Brigid’s crosses, before exploring how other cultures welcome in Spring – from the Holi festival of colour to the Chinese Lantern festival.
Virtual Tours available from Irish museums right now
Although Irish museums have closed their doors once again, this is a great time to discover what they have to offer online. Here are some of the best virtual tours available right now.
The story of the Irish man who gives his name to the Beaufort Scale
In 1805, the scale of wind force – which is still in use today – was developed on board the HMS Woolwich by its Irish-born Commander Francis Beaufort. Read the full story.
Padraic Colum: The Irishman who preserved the local lore of Longford – and Hawaii
Padraic Colum was a key figure in the Irish literary revival, but he also played a role in preserving Hawaiian folklore. So how did a writer fascinated with life in Ireland’s Midlands end up recording local legends on an island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? Read the full story.
Ireland’s Own: A perpetual presence in Irish media
As the country’s longest running magazine, Ireland’s Own has weathered many recessions and withstood turbulent changes to the media landscape, and has even seen an increase in readership since the Covid-19 pandemic. But why has the magazine’s popularity endured when others haven’t?
Hidden Histories of the Irish Abroad: Irish, Jewish & Irish Jewish History
In the nineteenth and early twentieth century, Irish and Jewish emigrants often found themselves living side by side in the tenement housing of the migrant working class, particularly in the East End of London and New York’s East Side. This talk will explore the experiences and encounters between the Irish and Jewish diasporas.
EPIC Explorers: St. Brigid’s Spring Around the World Workshop
Discover how the Irish celebrate Spring around the world in this fun and creative craft workshop suitable for Primary School students. Learn all about the Irish traditions of St. Brigid’s day, such as making nature tables and Brigid’s crosses, before exploring how other cultures welcome in Spring – from the Holi festival of colour to the Chinese Lantern festival.
EPIC Audio App
The EPIC Audio App offers an audio guide (English, Irish, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Polish, Mandarin Chinese) that will help guide you through each of our galleries, with stories and information on characters and historical events featured in our galleries. Available to download from the App Store and Google Play.
Discover your Irish roots
The Irish Family History Centre is located in the EPIC gift shop, so it’s the perfect place to drop into after your museum tour to trace your family ancestry. Start with what you know and we’ll help you discover the rest. Find out who your ancestors were and where they came from. We’ll help you start your journey of discovery…