National Transport Museum of Ireland
The National Transport Museum of Ireland (Irish: Iarsmalann Náisiunta Iompair na hÉireann) is based in the grounds of Howth Castle in Ireland.
Iarsmalann Náisiunta Iompair na hÉireann | |
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  Location within Dublin | |
| Established | 1949 |
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| Location | Heritage Demesne, Howth, Fingal, Ireland since 1986 |
| Coordinates | 53.386807°N 6.081035°W |
| Type | Transport museum |
| Collection size | 150 vehicles |
| Public transit access | Howth railway station Dublin Bus route H3 stops at gate to Howth Castle and route 6 which stops at train station |
| Nearest car park | Parking available at museum |
| Website | nationaltransportmuseum |
The museum is located in the Heritage Depot, Howth Demesne, Howth, Ireland (entry is via the main gates for Howth Castle, turning right just before the castle is reached).
Sixty vehicles are currently in Howth on display. The oldest items date from second half of the 19th century, the newest 1984. It features buses, lorries, trucks, fire engines, trams and tractors. Also exhibited is the restored Hill of Howth No.9 Tram.[1][2][3][4]
The museum is run on a voluntary basis, and is funded by a minimal entry fee and donations
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