North Down Museum

North Down Museum packs a lot into a small space, telling the history of the area from the Bronze Age to the present day through fascinating exhibitions, interactive exhibitions, tours and talks.

Key artifacts on display include the Bronze Age Ballycroghan Swords, the Bangor Bell from the hugely important Bangor Abbey settlement, and the Raven Maps, the only complete folio of Plantation era maps in Ireland. 

The museum is situated at the rear of the City Hall, Bangor Castle.  It sits within the old laundry and stables of the castle, built for the Hon. Robert Edward Ward in 1852.

Museum Shop

Our museum shop offers a unique range of family learning activities, games, toys, and souvenirs as well as a selection of books on local and historical topics.

Coffee Cure at the Museum

The museum café offers freshly made tea and coffee, lunch and snacks for visitors. For further information or to reserve a table telephone the cafe on: 028 9127 8050.

Tours

Museum tours are available but must be booked in advance.  Contact the museum for more information.

Tickets

Tickets for Ards and North Down Arts and Heritage events may also be purchased from the museum shop.

Opening Times

Tuesday - Saturday: 10am - 4pm | Sunday: 12noon - 4pm

The museum is accessible for disabled visitors. 

To find out more about the museum's collections and exhibitions, Arts and Heritage events and activities see:  visit the ANDculture website: andculture.org.uk or telephone: 028 9127 1200