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Audio Guide Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship

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Duration: 8 min
Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship
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About this place

The Jeanie Johnston is a working replica of a 19th-century sailing ship, now moored at Custom House Quay as a floating museum. She tells the story of the Irish Famine and emigration to America through her carefully restored hold and cargo spaces. Guided tours take you below deck, where exhibits chronicle the experiences of the thousands who sailed aboard ships like this to seek new lives abroad. A compelling and atmospheric visit that brings this pivotal period of Irish history vividly to life.

Practical information

Custom House Quay, North Wall, Dublin 1, D01 T9C2, Ireland
Opening hoursMonday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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Points included in this audio guide

1
Upper Deck

Upper Deck

The upper deck is where your tour of the Jeanie Johnston begins. Here you'll find information about the original 19th-century ship and the maritime trade of that era. It's an impressive open space aboard the sailing vessel, with towering masts and creaking timber beneath your feet. This is what to see first as you explore Dublin's fascinating maritime heritage.

2
Lower Ground Floor

Lower Ground Floor

The lower deck of the Jeanie Johnston authentically recreates the cramped conditions where 250 passengers endured the Atlantic crossing. Passengers spent approximately 23 and a half hours daily in this confined, unsanitary space—a stark reminder of the hardship faced by emigrants. The oppressive quarters vividly illustrate the extreme overcrowding and claustrophobia that characterised such voyages.

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2 points of interest included
  • 1.Upper Deck
  • 2.Lower Ground Floor

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