Irish Women's History Dublin Private Walking Tour

About This Tour

Uncover the powerful and often silenced voices of the past on this private, bespoke walking tour dedicated to the women who shaped Dublin. Led by an expert guide with over a decade of experience, this custom-made journey moves beyond the traditional statues of men to reveal the revolutionaries, artists, and pioneers who built the nation.Your exploration begins with the women of the 1916 Rising and the War of Independence. We will discuss the indomitable Countess Markievicz, the first woman elected to the Westminster Parliament, and the tireless work of Rosie Hackett, the trade unionist who fought for workers’ rights and whose name now graces one of the city’s newest bridges. Your guide will provide deep historical context into the Cumann na mBan and the radical activists who risked everything for Irish freedom.Dublin’s history is rich with female intellectual brilliance. We visit sites associated with literary giants like Lady Gregory, the driving force behind the Irish Literary Revival, and Anna Parnell, a formidable political organizer.This tour offers an intimate look at the suffragette movement in Ireland. You will walk the streets where women campaigned for the right to vote and learn about the social reformers who fought for better housing and healthcare in the city’s poorest districts. We also touch upon the lives of “The Magdalenes”, the suppression of women in the 20th century and the complex history of women’s rights in modern times, offering a nuanced and respectful perspective.

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