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Category Archives: Heritage
Heritage Week 2011
Heritage Week 2011 Tara’s Palace Museum of Childhood has a number of events taking place during National Heritage Week which takes place from August 20th to 28th 2011. This year the Heritage Council are particularly encouraging organisers to host storytelling … Continue reading
Fiver Friday at Tara’s Palace Museum of Childhood August 5th 2011
FIVER FRIDAY August 5th 2011 is the date of our second Fiver Friday. We are offering a special family admission price of only €5 for 2 Adults and up to 3 Children. We are also offering 2 Adults for the … Continue reading
Visa Waiver Scheme for Ireland
A unique opportunity to combine a visit to the UK with a visit to Ireland without the requirement of a separate visa. With many inexpensive flights between Ireland and the UK this is an opportunity that should not be missed. … Continue reading
A Heartfelt Thanks
In today’s world of technology, it was so nice to receive a handwritten letter of thanks. In February of this year the Museum of Childhood donated €5,000 to St.Oliver Plunkett School, Malahide, who administer the Rainbow’s programme to help children … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Charity, Dublin, Enniskerry, Heritage, Ireland, Museums, Philanthrophy, Powerscourt Estate, Powerscourt House, Primary Schools, Wicklow
Tagged bereavement, Handwritten
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Volunteering at Tara’s Palace Museum of Childhood
Tara’s Palace Museum of Childhood opened it’s doors in June 2011 in the historic and magnificent Powerscourt House, on the Powerscourt Estate, Enniskerry, Co.Wicklow. We are looking for Volunteers to help us run the Museum. The main purpose of the … Continue reading
Museum of Childhood & Tara’s Palace to leave Malahide Castle!
The Irish Times – Thursday, February 17, 2011 Doll’s house in search of a home Nicola OConnor, with Tara’s Palace, at the Museum of Childhood, Malahide Castle, Co. Dublin. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill. EDEL MORGAN NOSTALGIA: Tara’s Palace doll’s house and … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Charity, Dublin, Fry Model Railway, Heritage, Ireland, Museums, Uncategorized
Tagged Activities, Culture, Heritage, History, kids activities, Titania's Palace, tourist attraction
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Museum of Childhood & Tara’s Palace Raises €40,000 for Irish Children’s Charities.
The Museum of Childhood & Tara’s Palace has donated €40,000 to 7 Irish Children’s Charities. The beneficiaries of monies raised last year include: Barnardos – €10,000 The Red Door School for Autistic Children – €5,000 The Children’s Sunshine Home, Leopardstown … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Charity, Donations, Dublin, Heritage, Ireland, Museums, Primary Schools
Tagged Charity, History, Old Toys, Primary Schools, School Tours
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A Sad Story with a Fairytale Ending
In the early 1900’s, master Irish craftsmen were commissioned to build a wonderful miniature dolls palace. It was called Titania’s Palace, and it took over 15 years to complete. It was furnished with exquisite miniatures from the four corners of … Continue reading
Posted in Children's Charity, Dublin, Heritage, Ireland, Museums, Primary Schools
Tagged Heritage, History, Titania's Palace
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