We recently had the chance to step back in time upon stepping onboard the Dunbrody Famine Ship in Co. Wexford in Ireland’s Anciet East! This ship is an authentic reproduction of an 1840’s emigrant vessel, and provides a world class interpretation of the famine emigrant experience.

Marvel at the impressive sight of it’s masts, which tower over the quayside in New Ross. The replica ship tells the story of Irish emigrants during the famine and there are reenactments of true personal stories of those who had no choice but to leave Ireland.

The picture of the Bell at the Bow of the ship is the same bell that sailed on the original ship during it’s many voyages to America.

Also here is the Emigrant Flame, which was lit from JFK’S grave at Arlington National Cemetary, and memorialises US President John F. Kennedy who traced his ancestry to New Ross, Co. Wexford.

Also onsite is the Irish America Hall of Fame which honours the extraordinary achievements of Irish Americans, as well as a lovely restaurant overlooking the River Barrow with wonderful views of the Dunbrody Famine Ship.

The Dunbrody Famine Ship is just a 25 minute drive from Waterford City and is less than 45 minutes from Kilkenny City.