Blog (July 2026) - NMD Museums

When you think of the UK and Ireland, aside from the unpredictable weather, what is the very first thing that comes to mind? For many of us, it is a warm cup of tea...

This week, as July draws to a close, we’re reflecting on a memorable six months of events and activities involving Newry and Mourne Museum. 

With the beautiful weather we’ve been having, this week's article couldn’t be better timed. We’re diving into the history of 19th century tourism, specifically exploring the stunning Mourne Mountains

How did we share news before smartphones? This week, Newry and Mourne Museum highlights fascinating objects from its collection that show how people have communicated, connected, and documented their lives throughout history.

In this week’s article, we take a closer look at the work of Newry Inner Wheel, a women-led voluntary organisation, and explore its long history of service and community involvement in the local area.