A continuous procession of patriots were incarcerated in Kilmainham Gaol from its foundation in 1796 until its final closure in 1924.
Armorial bearings, or coats-of-arms originated during medieval days as a means of identifying armoured knights on the battlefield and at the tournament. To avoid any danger of duplication heralds were employed to regulate and record the issuance of coats-of-arms.
The Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) was founded in 1884 and is now Ireland's largest sporting and cultural organisation.
Located in the beautifully restored Collins Barracks, the National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts and History houses the National collection of artefacts from the Arts and Crafts throughout the ages.
The National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology and History displays many beautiful artefacts from Ireland's history.
The National Museum of Ireland - Natural History houses extensive collections of wildlife from the past two centuries.
The National Art Gallery of Ireland was built in the mid-1800's in honour of businessman and philanthropist William Dargan.












