Ballyshannon and district museum

Ballyshannon and district museum The Ballyshannon and District Museum is a grassroots project driven by community spirit and inspired by the town and hinterland’s rich heritage.

The museum is dedicated to the preservation of the shared histories of the local community and to the presentation of such histories through our exciting exhibitions and collections. As an educational resource the museum focuses on a policy of learning programme development and community outreach, encouraging students of every level and all members of the community to utilise and explore their loc

al history. Though a recent initiative, the Museum has already gained a large support base and is ever gaining momentum as a community venture. The museum has also attained a wide range of artefacts in quite a short period of time through loans and donations, and is continuing the search for new additions to the growing collections. The current collections, organised into specific exhibition spaces, tell the story of a thriving industrial hub; of a garrison stronghold; and of a town steeped in artistic, cultural, literary and sporting heritage. A noteworthy feature of the museum is the wide ranging area it covers. The areas surrounding Ballyshannon play a significant part in the historical assets of the museum. The exhibitions display artefacts and portray historical narrative associated with Bundoran, Pettigo, Belleek, Kinlough, Tullaghan, Rosnowlagh and everywhere in between.

11/06/2026
09/06/2026
09/06/2026

The Story of Us - which will be held in Letterkenny - explores the 1926 census to present a picture of life in Ireland in 1926

08/06/2026

🎶 **THE COUNTDOWN IS ON!** 🎶
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend on the Wild Atlantic Way as the 49th Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional Music Festival returns from 30th July to 2nd August!
We are thrilled to bring you a sensational lineup of legendary acts, spectacular shows, and fantastic folk music. Taking the stage this year:
✨ **The Seeger Sessions**
✨ **The Donegal Dancers Show**
✨ **Mundy**
✨ **Frankie Gavin and DeDannan**
✨ **George Murphy and The Rising Sons**
✨ **Johnny Gallagher and The Big Boxty Ceili Band**
✨ **Seamie O'Dowd & Rory O'Dowd**
✨ **The Kicking Donkeys**
🥁 Plus street entertainment all weekend and adding a taste of carnival will bethe Ballyshannon Samba Band, our brilliant annual showcase competition, Legend Sessions, Jam at the Dam and lots, lots more!
From high-energy headliners on the main stage to lively pub sessions and street entertainment, it is going to be an incredible weekend of live music and craic in Ballyshannon. You won't want to miss it!
🎟️ Tickets and weekend passes are selling fast!
Secure yours now at 👉 www.ballyshannonfolkfestival.com

Address

2nd Floor, ACL Computing, The Old Barracks, Main Street, Co Donegal
Ballyshannon

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm

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