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Fanned by the flames of Revolution: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity

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About the National 1798 Rebellion Centre

Established in in 1998 through a massive community effort, the National 1798 Rebellion Centre was the first permanent exhibition in Ireland focused on the events of 1798.

Two visitors speaking with a staff member at the reception desk inside the National 1798 Rebellion Centre, Enniscorthy.

Visit the National 1798 Rebellion Centre

Just a 10-minute walk from Enniscorthy Castle, the National 1798 Rebellion Centre is a must-see.

Come face-to-face with the key figures of the Rebellion. Immerse yourself in the bloody Battle of Vinegar Hill. Discover the power of weapons from the period and learn, in gruesome detail, how some 20,000 insurgents faced the might of 10,000 well-trained and well-armed Crown Forces.

Free parking available.

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A life-sized figure of a croppy boy sits beneath gallows display inside the National 1798 Rebellion Centre in Enniscorthy.

Saver Tickets

Saver Tickets offer great value for visiting Enniscorthy Castle and the National 1798 Rebellion Centre. No need to visit both sites in the same day, saver passes are good for up to three months!

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