Museum Opening, Tuesday 25th November
Lifford Old Courthouse and the County Donegal Historical Society warmly invite you to attend the official launch of the New Lifford Museum, a celebration of Donegal’s remarkable heritage and the people who helped shape its story.
The event will be officially launched by John McLaughlin, Chief Executive of Donegal County Council, and held in the atmospheric surroundings of Lifford Old Courthouse, one of the county’s most significant historic landmarks.
At the New Lifford Museum, visitors are invited to step into the past and discover Donegal’s history through an extraordinary collection of artefacts and personal stories spanning thousands of years. The museum brings together, for the first time, three major heritage collections — the County Donegal Historical Society Collection (formerly housed in Rossnowlagh), the Donegal Ancestry Collection (formerly based in Ramelton), and artefacts from Lifford Old Courthouse itself — creating a truly comprehensive portrait of the county’s past.
The County Donegal Historical Society Museum has a proud legacy dating back to 1946, when its first exhibition was held in Stranorlar. Over the decades, it found homes in Ballyshannon and Rossnowlagh, welcoming thousands of visitors and researchers. In 2023, the collection was relocated to Lifford Old Courthouse through the support of LATCH CLG (Lifford Association Tourism Commerce Heritage). This new chapter allows for expanded displays, including artefacts highlighting local industries, sport, and community life in East Donegal.
With free admission, welcoming staff, and engaging exhibits, the New Lifford Museum offers families, history enthusiasts, and curious visitors the chance to experience the full richness of Donegal’s heritage.
Join us on Tuesday 25th November at Lifford Old Courthouse in celebrating this exciting new beginning for Donegal’s cultural heritage.
R.S.V.P: liffordoldcourthouse@gmail.com
Contact: +353 74 914 1733