Gather at GPO Museum this Hallowe’en to uncloak revolutionary Ireland’s relationship with the paranormal and the strange. With talks on the hour, you’re invited to explore the curious connections between politics, folklore and the paranormal.
Learn about Dorothy Macardle, the famed Republican, author, believer in the beyond and witness to many supernatural mysteries. Discover eerie tales from the War of Independence, including spectral apparitions and mysterious ghostly lights on darkened moors. Between the talks, harpist Rachel Duffy musically conjures the netherworld, echoing a time where songs and stories were all Irish folk had to pass those long, dark October nights.
Dress the part! Whether rebel, writer or creature of the night, costumes inspired by Ireland’s revolutionary past, literary legends and the Gothic world of Bram Stoker are encouraged! A costume competition will run throughout the days with suitably spooky prizes.
This is a free, ticketed event presented in collaboration with the GPO Museum. Access to the museum exhibits is not included.
| Duration | 40 minutes (Talk and Music). |
|---|---|
| Doors | Please arrive 5-10 minutes before each talk starts. |
| Age Suitability | 7+. Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. |
| Latecomers | Latecomers will be admitted, however people are advised to arrive 5-10 minutes before the time slot they have booked. |
| Warnings | Dark subject matter, mentions of death. |
| Accessibility | GPO Museum is wheelchair accessible and while it can become quite busy at times our commemoration gallery, where the event will take place, is largely a calm and open space. Those with mobility issues can avail of the elevators in our venue also. ISL interpreted talk at 3.15pm on Saturday 1 November. More info |
GPO Museum, O'Connell Street Lower, Dublin 1, D01 F5P2, Ireland
The closest Luas Stop is the Red Line Abbey Street Luas stop.
There are multiple Dublin Bus stops on O’Connell Street, including
Stop 270 – 13, 16, 40
Stop 277 – 9, 33, 41, 41B, 41C, 41D
The Spire Stop 6059 – 7B, 7D, 38, 38A, 38B, 38D, 140, E1, E2
The most convenient parking can by found in the Arnotts Car Park, which can be accessed using Prince’s Street, by the side of the GPO.
The closest Dart stations to the GPO are Tara Street Station and Connolly Station.
Accessibility Information
Ticketing
This is a free, but ticketed event.
Arrival
GPO Museum is located on the ground floor of the GPO building, O’Connell Street. There is a plaque outside of the entrance advertising it.
The closest Luas Stop is the Red Line Abbey Street Luas stop.
There are multiple Dublin Bus stops on O’Connell Street, including:
Stop 270 – 13, 16, 40
Stop 277 – 9, 33, 41, 41B, 41C, 41D
The Spire Stop 6059 – 7B, 7D, 38, 38A, 38B, 38D, 140, E1, E2
The most convenient parking can by found in the Arnott’s Car Park, which can be accessed using Prince’s Street, by the side of the GPO.
The closest Dart stations to the GPO are Tara Street Station and Connolly Station.
Entry
The entrance to GPO Museum is on the ground floor of the GPO, accessible from street level. The event will be located in GPO Museum’s old café space, which staff can direct you to.
Accessible Bathroom / WC
Accessible toilets are available inside the Museum on the ground floor.
Space
GPO Museum is wheelchair accessible. There are elevators on either side of the museum to facilitate access to the event space and to the bathrooms. The closest bathroom is a unisex bathroom at the bottom of the main stairs, which is also accessible by elevator. There is another wheelchair accessible bathroom further into the museum, also unisex, as well as male and female bathrooms.
Bar
There is no bar in the GPO Museum.
Performance Space
The space is located in the old café space of the Museum.
Seating
There will be unassigned seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Sound
A PA system will be used.
Lighting
The space is well lit, with large windows looking out onto our central courtyard.
Quieter Room
Near the bathrooms there is also a quiet room, which can be used by those wishing to breastfeed.