EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum is pleased to present On the Move, a multimedia exhibition exploring the history of Ireland’s most travelled document.
Drawing on archival records and contributions from the public, the exhibition will feature tales of migration and diasporic connection, capturing some of the human stories behind the substantial recent increase in passport applications.
What does the Irish passport tell us about Ireland’s relationship to the wider world? What roles has it played in times of war and social change? What does it mean to Irish people both at home and abroad?
Join us to learn how the Irish passport has evolved in the last century, from its introduction at the dawn of Irish independence to the high-security document that it is today.
Running from May 1st until September 26th.
Opening Hours: 10 am – 6.45 pm, last entry 5 pm, 7 days a week
Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Simon Harris TD:
“Our passport is a source of great pride for our citizens, it represents our identity, our freedom, and our connections to the world. This exhibition is a wonderful celebration of 100 years of the Irish Passport and its impact on the lives of Irish people at home and abroad. I am especially delighted to see submissions from citizens who have shared their significant and historic family passport stories, which highlight the experiences that make the Irish passport so special.”
EPIC Historian-in-Residence and Exhibition Curator, Dr Catherine Healy
“The introduction of the first Irish passport marked an important moment in the history of Ireland. A symbol of Irish sovereignty, it provided clear evidence of a commitment to engage with the world as an independent nation. Irish passports have since facilitated millions of journeys across the world, whether for work, love or intellectual freedom. The issuing of a passport often represented the start of a difficult departure from home, but for many with Irish heritage it could also be a much valued reminder of their family roots.”