It is National Heritage Week from 15 to 23 August and we are delighted to join in this celebration of our cultural, built and natural heritage by hosting history tours, talks and workshops at Richmond Barracks.
Founded by Daniel O’Connell nearly 200 years ago as Ireland's first garden cemetery, the unspoiled grounds of Goldenbridge Cemetery reveal stories of secret watchmen, underground vaults and body snatchers. Join our expert guides to discover the natural beauty of this often overlooked Victorian site and the historic graves within.
Weekly on Saturdays, 12 pm; duration 75 minutes
Booking is required. Book your place here. 
Walking Tour - Inchicore to Kilmainham: from court-martial to execution
(all ages)
Walk the final steps of the leaders of the 1916 Easter Rising, from court-martial at Richmond Barracks to execution at Kilmainham Gaol. Along the way, you will discover the rich history of Inchicore, including stories of sporting legends, local heroes, poetry and art. This tour starts at Richmond Barracks and ends on Inchicore Road, opposite Kilmainham Gaol.
Weekly on Saturdays, 2 pm; duration 75 minutes
Booking is required. Book your place here.
Have you ever wanted to find out more about the history of your local area? Join historian Dr Declan Brady to learn how to do your own local history research.
Each week will cover different ways of finding information about the people and places of your neighbourhood in times past. You will learn where to find information in existing archives, registries and records and how to write up your research. You will also learn how to find local history from other sources such as religious, business and military records, newspapers, maps, photographs and even music and song. This will be a fascinating journey for anyone interested in finding out more about their local area.
Wednesdays 15 July to 19 August, 6.30 pm; duration 2 hours
Admission is free, booking is required. Book your place here.
The theme of National Heritage Week this year is ‘Heritage at Risk’. Are we at risk of losing the ancient character of the Kilmainham streetscape through the twin forces of dereliction and modernisation? Is there a way to facilitate change and appropriate housing development while maintaining and enhancing the historic ‘village’ core?
With one of our oldest 17th century houses at risk of demolition, Peter Keenahan, a local resident, architect and long-time advocate for and researcher of Kilmainham, will give his perspective on some of these heritage issues.
Admission is free, booking is required. Email KilmainhamInchicoreHeritage@gmail.com to book your place.
Wednesday 19 August, 6.30 pm; duration 90 minutes
Are your children curious about the architecture and history of Dublin’s buildings, streets and bridges? If so, they might enjoy the ‘Hidden Histories Hunt’, a self-guided treasure hunt for children in Dublin City.
You can download the map here, then follow the trail and solve the clues to find the name of a long-lost treasure.
You can pop into Richmond Barracks anytime during our opening times to view our beautifully illustrated timeline of the history of Richmond Barracks.
You can also visit our website to view a timeline of historical events in around Richmond Barracks from 1775 to current day.
We want to celebrate the rich stories and experiences of the local community, past and present.
Talks at the Mess is a series of monthly talks at Richmond Barracks that highlight local history, stories, and passions.
You can see details of our next Talk at The Mess here.
Visit our What’s On page for our full programme of activities.
If you have any queries you can call us on 01 524 2532 or speak with us in-person at our reception desk.
You can see all of the details about the National Heritage Week programme on their website.
Richmond Barracks is a building of historical importance located in Inchicore. It is home to a library, garden and cultural workshops and events.
Culture Connects is a year-round programme of cultural activities that celebrate the experiences and interests of the local communities and people. It invites people in Dublin to try out new things. We offer ways for people to make and create together, to share ideas, and connect through culture and conversation. Culture Connects is made by Dublin City Council Culture Company.
Inchicore Library offers a range of adult fiction and non-fiction material, a selection of young adult material and a junior library. It also runs monthly groups and events for adults and kids that are open for anyone to join in. Inchicore Library is run by Dublin City Libraries.
Richmond Barracks is owned by Dublin City Council.
Posted 04 August 2026
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