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Sometimes you have to risk death in order to escape it. Visit our famous tall ship, now open Mon - Sun. Share your �
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The Jeanie Johnston tells the story of the thousands of Irish people who fled the Famine and embarked on a treacherous voyage in the hope of a better life in North America. Step on board and you will be transported back in time to join them on their gruelling journey.

27/10/2026

Our popular Kids Go Free offer returns this midterm aboard the Jeanie Johnston. ⛴️

A true replica of the original tall ship, the Jeanie Johnston is an immersive, hands-on way of teaching your kids all about The Great Hunger, showing them just how treacherous the sea conditions were and how miraculous this vessel was for those fleeing the famine.

Book with the code KIDSGOFREE.

*This offer only applies for visit dates from now until the 1st November. Eligible for a maximum of 3 kids (up to 12 years old) per paying adult per booking.

23/10/2026

Due to the ongoing weather warning, the Jeanie Johnston will remain closed on Saturday, 24th October and Sunday, 25th October 2026.
The safety of our visitors and staff is our top priority.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and look forward to welcoming you aboard the Jeanie Johnston soon.

22/10/2026

IMPORTANT NOTICE 🚨

Due to an incoming weather warning, the Jeanie Johnston will be closed on Friday, 23rd October 2026. The safety of our visitors and staff is our top priority.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and look forward to welcoming you aboard the Jeanie Johnston soon.

22/10/2026

During the Great Irish Famine, many ships became known as “Coffin Ships” due to the terrible conditions on board. But the Jeanie Johnston was different. Not a single passenger or crew member died during her emigrant voyages.
Discover what made her story so remarkable.

23/09/2026

It was unusual for European women to be able to travel across the sea alone - however, for Irish women during the Famine years, they had no choice. Discover their stories aboard the Jeanie Johnston.

15/09/2026

Many Dubliners will recognise the sight of the Jeanie Johnston along the quays on the River Liffey, but did you know that it takes a lot of hard work to maintain her timber frame to be this recognisable emblem of our capital city. 🔩🔨

General Manager John here takes us through this important restoration work on just how they keep her in ship shape.

11/09/2026

Heading to the Docklands for Dublin Liffey Festival this weekend? ⛴️

Step aboard the Jeanie Johnston and discover some of the stories that shaped the river and the city, with historian Donal Fallon.

There are two specialised tours you can join across the weekend:

📆 Saturday: Uncover the hidden histories of Dublin’s Docklands, including the remarkable story of the diving bell.
📆 Sunday: Explore the Docklands during the famine and the stories connected with the Jeanie Johnston.

Both tours take place from 3pm–4pm, making them a perfect addition to your weekend itinerary

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07/08/2026

“We all come from somewhere” 🌏

Thank you for coming to visit the Jeanie Johnston and EPIC with your family, all the way from Hawaii.

We’re delighted that you were so impressed by our exhibits, and that you found them both engaging and entertaining. Proclaimed as must-see attractions, we look forward to welcoming many more people from all over the world to learn what the Irish are really about. 💚

16/04/2026

The 7-mile crossing. ⛴️

Before boarding the Jeanie Johnston, Irish emigrants faced another precarious journey.

By the mid-19th century, silting meant that large vessels like the Jeanie Johnston could rarely reach Blennerville, then the port of Tralee.

Instead, ships anchored at Fenit, around seven miles away, in the shelter of the Samphire Islands.

With no pier yet built at Fenit, passengers and cargo were transported across the bay in smaller boats known as lighters, adding more uncertainty to an already life changing voyage.

It’s a powerful reminder that emigration wasn’t just about crossing the ocean. It began long before departure.

👉 Want to experience this history for yourself? Visit the Jeanie Johnston and step into the stories of those who made the journey.

Address

Custom House Quay
Dublin
DUBLIN1

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 4pm
Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm
Sunday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+35314730111

Website

http://www.jeaniejohnston.ie/

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