Down County Museum The Mall, Downpatrick, Co. Down mail@downcountymuseum.com downcountymuseum.com By Tony Canavan Down County Museum occupies a building of historical significance. It was originally the county gaol, which opened in 1796. Hundreds of United Irishmen were imprisoned here after the 1798 Rebellion and many were hanged from gallows at its entrance. In 1803 Thomas ... Read more
