There are lots of ways you can support Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens and contribute to the work of the Irish Heritage Trust.
Donations, membership and volunteering, as well as bequests, sponsorship, and collaborative partnerships, all play important roles in helping us conserve Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens for the enjoyment of all.
Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens is managed and cared for by the Irish Heritage Trust, which is a non-profit organisation and a registered charity. This means that every contribution you make, from your admission fee to the price you pay for coffee and cake, is ploughed back into supporting conservation and public access to Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, and our sister properties, collections, and museums across Ireland.
Visits, Donations, and Memberships Help Us To:
- Care for collections of significant historical value, from artworks and decorations to toys and heritage tools.
- Foster learning through visitor experiences and our vibrant education programme.
- Build resources for and connections with local communities through our volunteering programme and other initiatives.
Ways To Show Your Support
There are lots of ways you can get involved and help us to maintain Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens as amenities and resources for our local community and a much wider audience in perpetuity.
Visit
The simplest way to support Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens is to have a wonderful time here!
- Take a tour of the neo-Gothic castle and enjoy views across its enchanting gardens.
- Meet the legendary Johnstown Castle Estate peacocks and explore our lovely gardens, lakeside walks, and nature playground.
- Then treat yourself to delicious treats and thoughtful gifts at the welcoming Peacock Café!
Give
Donations enable us to carry out the repairs and conservation work that the different aspects of Johnstown require. They also help us to share Irish heritage stories with people of all ages in Ireland and beyond.
Join
Join the Irish Heritage Trust to benefit from access to all of its properties across Ireland throughout the year. Membership is a wonderful way to support Irish heritage conservation and make the most of Ireland’s wonderful houses and gardens too!
Volunteer
Why not take on an active role in sharing the stories and enjoyment to be had at Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens?
There are lots of opportunities for you to get involved, from tour guiding to gardening and photography. We’ll help you match your skills and time with what’s needed across the Johnstown estate.
