St Brigid’s Day at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Thursday February 1st, from 10.30am - 1.30pm, step into the enchanting world of ancient Irish traditions with Lorraine O'Dwyer of Gallivanting Tours. Immerse yourself in the magic of St....
A Mooring With a Difference
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Saturday 17th February at 11am, join Eddie Taylor as he reveals the hidden history behind Johnstown's First World War airship base including recent discoveries from surveying work undertaken. Eddie...
Valentine’s Jazz at Johnstown Castle
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Saturday, February 17th 8pm, Valentine’s Jazz returns to Johnstown Castle. Jazz as Johnstown invites you to share ‘a whole lotta love’ at its annual Valentine’s Concert on the evening...
Nature’s Narratives
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Saturday February 24th 9am, Johnstown Castle plays host to a nature inspired creative writing workshop. The workshop, hosted by Sheila Forsey will allow you to unleash your creativity in...
Jane Elgee Wilde Exhibition
To celebrate International Women's Day, The Irish Agricultural Museum at Johnstown Castle will host an exhibition based on the life of Jane Elgee Wilde. Jane was a tireless and outspoken...
Ups & Downs of Museum Curation
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Saturday 9th March at 11am, Matt Wheeler reflects on his 30 year career in museums and his meandering journey from the Cotswolds to Johnstown Castle. Cheese-rolling, papermaking, tobacco-growing and...
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea
This Mother's Day, step back in time and treat yourself to afternoon tea in the recently restored Ballroom in Johnstown Castle. Chat over a delicious offering of scones, sandwiches and...
Easter Trail
Sat 23rd March to Sunday April 7th. Join us for our Easter Trail around the Museum and Gardens. On Easter weekend, you may even happen to bump into the Easter...
(SOLD OUT) Children’s Easter Show
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJoin us on Wed 27th March at 3pm in Johnstown Castle Ballroom for a fabulous Easter show! Tallulah and the Long Haired-Hare from Liverpool, is an hilarious comedy for children...
Jazz’s fab four
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandJazz’s fab four coming to Jazz at Johnstown. Spring will be in the air at Jazz at Johnstown on Friday evening, April 19th at 8pm. One of the country’s best...
The Story of a Stained Glass Window
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandOn Saturday 20th April, Matt Wheeler reveals the hidden history behind the Rathaspeck Church stained glass window and the process to restore it to its former glory. The restored stained...
Evening Bat Walks
Johnstown Castle Estate , IrelandAs the sun begins to set over Johnstown Castle and the visitors leave, many animals are settling down for the night. In the attic of the Irish Agricultural museum and...