Explore our replica emigrant vessel both above and below deck and hear real life stories as costumed performers set the scene for the arduous journeys. As you enter the inland port of New Ross on the River Barrow, you will immediately be drawn to the sight of the beautiful Tall Ship, Dunbrody, towering over the quayside. Stepping back in time, visitors make their way towards the Quay in New Ross c
irca 1846. Approaching the ticket office, visual presentations will set the scene of a county in crisis. On board the ship, your tour guide will reveal the realities of life on the notorious “Coffin Ships”. O’ Brien, costumed actors, who give a true and chilling account of day to day life on board. Exit the ship into the Savannah Landing Point Exhibition, which was one of the port destinations for Dunbrody and learn about Life in Savannah in the 1800’s. Finally exit through the Irish America Hall of Fame exhibition which celebrates the success stories of the Irish in America, such as The Kennedy’s.
