Blog (November 2025) - NMD Museums

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.