A very interesting and well set out small museum and library. You can see the devotion of Eileen Hickey to preserving the artefacts from the troubles, not just republican ones, but loyalist and trade union items on display. A very warm welcome from the hosts, and definitely well worthwhile for a visit.

Very interesting and thought provoking museum on life during the troubles in Northern Ireland.

Such a lovely museum full of Irish history

We were really glad we took the time to go to Belfast and see this Museum and get a tour of the area. We had a local who had loved through the Troubles as our guide. It was very informative.

Very interesting small museum, it is like how museums used to be with lots of intetesting exhibits and facts, none of the audio visual nonsense that so many museums think are necessary.

Anyone visiting Belfast should come here, it was one of the best museums I have ever been to. Incredible artifacts from rebel history 1700s-present, and excellent information/explanation of key historical events. Thank you for your effort and work making this available to everyone.

Incredibly powerful experience. I was absolutely moved by Ms Hickey’s dedication to keeping the history alive, but beyond that, she wanted no credit for it and repeatedly pointed out it was her sister Eileen who started the museum. I was honestly moved by her class, poignancy, and by the museum in general. It would be a “can’t miss” destination to anyone coming who is interested in history. Make sure to donate, as she mentioned that they take no money from any organization, as to keep from having an agenda pushed on them. I could have spent hours here.

A little hard to find. Hidden inside, not in the Mill building. Was really good to show the bloody history. We will remember those who fight for peace. So many real pics and some arts too. Highly recommend.

Tiny but very interesting. Lots of memorabilia from the times of the Troubles, lots of crafts made by prisoners on display. Lots to read, look at and listen to. Run in a very personal way by Eileen's sister. The museum is free to visit but relies on donations.

Good free museum run by dedicated volunteers. Well-curated and very interesting. Lots of artefacts relating to Irish Republicanism with particular focus on arms and crafts by Prisoners of War. The museum is very popular with overseas visitors and there are printouts of museum guides in a wide variety of languages.

A museum filled will many various artifacts and articles of the Republican fight for a united sovereign Ireland, with multiple knowledgeable and friendly people on site. Could get lost in the many books of their library and articles. Quality archive if it's a topic that interests you.

A very special museum. Of course it's not meant to be impartial, but there are plenty of historical facts there that will make every visitor think, and that's what matters. Really worth a visit, and it's free!

Tremendous collection of artifacts, including weaponry, prison models, photographs, crafts made by prisoners. There's a well-stocked library open to the public. The docent who spent time with me was very friendly and informative. I was impressed with both the span of time covered and the wealth of material.

Check this place should be mandatory. We really enjoyed it.

Great, small museum, where you could spend hours reading about Irish history. One of my favourite places in Belfast

This is an excellent museum telling a side of the story rarely given space. Of course it contains references to violence because they were violent times. What shines through though is the humanity of people struggling to achieve independence for their whole country. People will draw their own conclusions about the rights and wrongs of the armed struggle but must always remember progress against empires is rarely if ever made without a fight.

Could spend days and days looking through everything, very informative

Really informative and worth seeing.

Stopped in while viewing the Peace Wall and got a better perspective on the Troubles and history of Irish unity movement. Passionate and knowledgeable staff gave a memorable personal tour. Entry is free.

Passionate collection with rich atmosphere and personal testimony from friendly knowledgeable team. You get really close to the troubles and the suffering here

Moving and Powerful.

An amazing collection. Inspiring place

Very amazing place alot of history you would get no were else ..

Great Irish Republican History Museum Completely Unique, lots of Irish History from all different periods 1798-2000s, run by friendly volunteers and the best thing is it's free! Just leave a donation in the box before you leave! The Museum Relies upon Donations as it's only source of funding. Also is Wheelchair Accessible and has toilets They have an interactive Library for further information and research.

best museum i have ever been to, you’d never know that such a cool place was hidden away here. absolutely amazing, eileen’s sister gave us a wee tour and told her personal stories, you couldn’t find it anywhere else, UNREAL!!!!

Never saw it while we were there ! Highly disappointed hours on a weekend were so short ! Got there at 5 after 2 on a Saturday. Should have looked at the times but couldnt believe they closed so early on a Saturday! Booooo. Sure we would have loved it. If we ever come all this way to see a museum, we'll call 1st. If...

Packed with souvenirs of the troubles. Oddly silent on the IRA’s bombmaking, kneecapping, punishment beatings and extortion rackets. Reminds me of a religious museum — relics and martyrs.

A fun experience. Would have been better if the car the lad in the balaclava gave me didn't blow up

Mark our tour guide was excellent a great guide spent lots of time with us and explained everything 10/10

Amazing. Must see. By far the most interesting place I visited whole in Ireland!

A pretty average place having sent 2-3yrs in Lisburn with the army. At the time none could get on. Going on so long now I doubt they ever will. Still not many like the Brits, doubt they ever will. There are some lovely people over there, you've just to be willing to give and take. Understanding is the main thing needed.

The Irish Republican Museum is unfunded and runs on the passion of its volunteers. A visit there makes it clear how much they care about the cause. The volunteers are incredibly friendly and have a wealth of information that they're happy to share. The museum is open to absolutely everyone. This is evidenced by their library/research room which contains books detailing everything from the history of Ireland, biographies, and histories of both sides of the Troubles. The museum is not only informative but personal, and generous. You can see personal photos taken from inside Armagh Women's prison, letters, and handmade gifts, and crafts made from within prison. A visit is essential to anyone wanting to learn more about Irish history/ Irish Republican history.