Discover the remarkable stories of community midwives in the 19th and 20th centuries at a special event celebrating International Women’s Day at the National Museum of Ireland in Turlough Park.
Clandestine revolutionary activities, an island midwife in the mid-20th century, and a Jubilee nurse on Queen Mary’s Christmas card list are just some of the fascinating tales that will be shared.
This midwifery bag c1900 is featured in an ongoing exhibition about community midwives in the National Museum at Turlough Park. Image- NMI
The speakers are members of the Irish Community Archive Network (iCAN), a National Museum initiative in partnership with the Heritage Council and local authority heritage officers. Their research is part of an ongoing exhibition remembering community midwives at the National Museum.
Date & Time: Saturday, 8th March 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: National Museum of Ireland – Turlough Park
Free Event – Booking Required
To Book: Email [email protected] or call (094) 9031751.