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This week's blog looks at the history of calendars

In this weeks blog we take a look at Christmas ghost stories specially during the Victorian period. 

As the year draws to a close, communities across Ireland prepare to mark one of the most ancient events in the calendar, the winter solstice.

While we might not have a T-Rex hidden in our store, Down County Museum holds a rich collection of fossils. In this blog, we explore some of these in more depth and how they form part of County Down's geological history. 

Visit Newry and Mourne Museum with your children to see the new Christmas display and enjoy the new sesaonal trail with additional sound effects.

We continue with our look at the history of the Newry Ship Canal with local historian, Sean Patterson.

Over the coming weeks local historian, Sean Patterson looks at the history of the Newry Ship Canal. 

By the mid-18th century, Newry had transformed from a modest settlement into one of Ireland’s most dynamic mercantile and maritime centres. 

From toilets to teapots, the ceramic collection at Down County Museum provides a fascinating insight into this most versatile of materials.

As 2025 marked the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, Remembrance Day will be an important time to reflect on the contributions made by local people to the war effort.

In this week's blog we look at Newry’s tradition of hosting markets and public assemblies, which stretches back centuries.

As Halloween approaches, we invite you to explore the rich tapestry of local folklore that has enchanted generations.