Arklow Maritime Museum, Province of Leinster, Ireland
4.5 (46 reviews) Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #4 in County Wicklow Speciality Museums
Worth the trip
Described as "one of the most valuable collections of maritime artifacts in the state", a treasure trove containing items, many brought back from far flung corners of the globe, all documenting the towns long association with the sea. Arklow's maritime history stretches back to the mists of pre-history. There is evidence to show that the 2nd century cartographer Ptolemy knew of its existence. In the 9th century the Vikings established the town and port on a permanent basis. The Normans consolidated its seafaring traditions. By the turn of the 20th century Arklow was Ireland's premier fishing port and had a fleet of 80 schooners, brigs and brigantines. To this day Arklow Shipping Ltd. has the largest fleet of vessels trading under the Irish flag and boat building still continues to be carried out by Arklow Marine Engineering Ltd. Until recently, wooden boats and ships were being constructed by John Tyrell & Sons Ltd., who designed and built Chichester's Gypsy Moth 3, the Irish sail vessel Asgard 2, numerous fishing vessels, trading vessels, pilot boats and many other types.
Address
The Bridgewater Centre North Quay Bridgewater Shopping Centre, Arklow, Ireland.
Mobile
Website
http://www.arklowmaritimeheritage.ie/
Working hours
Monday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Thursday, May 09, 2024, 20:15
User Ratings
4.5 based on (46 reviews)
Reviews
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5Villeneuve1959 5:00 PM Feb 15, 2020
Do go to this little museum....
Found this little museum on TA for a rainy day visit in area. Interesting for local history, starting with a short film on maritime influence on the town and area. The kind staff pointed out things of significance in the many display cases, and our group wandered around looking at objects and photos happily for half an hour. Recommended if you are visiting Arklow for an overview of the background to the town and people who lived there.
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40707David 5:00 PM Oct 25, 2013
An interestion visit
This small museum dedicated to things maritime is well worth a visit. The entrance fee is minimal. There are many interesting and well documented exhibits.
