Bring your lessons to life
Immerse yourselves in the legends and legacies that await you in the historic vaults of The chq Building.
Use state-of-the-art interactive technology to explore Irish history, identity and influence. From high-tech touch screens and motion sensor quizzes to a whispering library and atmospheric video imagery, EPIC has the most innovative and exciting ways to explore the curriculum and, best of all, it’s fun for everyone!
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Hi-tech history that is truly inspiring
Visitors will learn what motivated people to leave Ireland, where they went and how they influenced the world in an immersive, interactive and fully digital museum, as well as getting a unique taste of Irish music, art, literature, culture, sports, politics, science and technology.
CHOOSE FROM 3 GREAT WAYS TO EXPLORE THE MUSEUM
GUIDED TOUR
For an in-depth visit with the opportunity for your class to ask questions, book a Guided Tour with one of our knowledgeable EPIC Tour Guides. Our guided tour lasts approx. 60 minutes and you and your group can explore the museum at your leisure after the tour.
SELF-GUIDED TOUR
Explore the museum at your own pace and focus on the areas most relevant to your class. Add an Audio Guide to fully immerse your students in the captivating stories and history as they make their way through our museum.
TOUR AND WORKSHOP
EPIC offers a range of fun and educational workshops for students of all ages. This option includes a 1 hour workshop and self guided visit to EPIC. We have a range of workshops available on topics such as coding, human rights and women’s history.
900 YEARS OF HISTORY IN 90 MINUTES
ENGAGING MOTION SENSOR QUIZZES
20 AWE-INSPIRING GALLERIES WITH DIFFERENT THEMES
INTERACTIVE WHISPERING LIBRARY
300 ICONIC IRISH CHARACTERS & STORIES
FREE SOUVENIR PASSPORT FOR EVERY STUDENT
LINKS TO SECONDARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP WITH IFHC ALSO AVAILABLE
BROWSE BY TOPIC
IRISH HISTORY
Explore the stories of the emigrants who departed Ireland’s shores, looking at why they left, and what they achieved in the wider world after their departure.
WOMEN’S HISTORY
Discover the lives and legacies of Ireland’s most inspirational women who have blazed a trail with our Women’s History programme, suitable for students of all ages.
SCIENTISTS
We strive to highlight the stories of Ireland’s most inspiring scientists, and even have a gallery dedicated to exploring all of their accomplishments!
ADVENTURERS
Come along to discover all about EPIC’s courageous figures, who forged their own path to travel to some of the most remote and fascinating places on earth.
“ Our students had a brilliant time! Thanks for the terrific tour through Ireland’s place in the world.”
— Loreto College, Crumlin, Dublin.
We make it easy for you...
ONE TEACHER FREE WITH EVERY 15 STUDENTS
SECURE LOCKER FACILITIES
NEARBY COACH SET-DOWN & PARKING
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE
CHOICE OF CAFÉS, RESTAURANTS AND SHOPS
FREE WIFI
LARGE SEATING AREAS BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE
