Minister Ring To Open Revamped Museum

Michael Ring TD Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport with Special Responsibility for Tourism and Sport will perform the official opening of the new Munster Experience Museum at Thomond Park Stadium before the Munster versus Sale Sharks European Champions Cup match on Sunday 25th January at 12pm.

The Museum has been upgraded and relocated with assistance from Fáilte Ireland to deliver a unique and enhanced international standard visitor experience on a daily basis. The experience provides a fascinating insight into the history and heritage of Munster Rugby and includes interactive content to be enjoyed by both young and old.

The Museum can be visited on match days and also on a daily basis as part of the overall Thomond Park Stadium Experience.

Michael Goggin President MBIRFU said, “I am delighted to welcome Michael Ring TD Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to Thomond Park to perform the official opening of our newly enhanced Munster Rugby Museum.

“This project received very significant assistance from Fáilte Ireland and I am sure the Museum will continue to be a highlight for tourists to the region. Thomond Park is an iconic name throughout the world of rugby and I am sure the new enhancements will be a fitting tribute not just to the teams that have brought such glory to our province in the professional era but also to those that forged the Munster legend for well over a century.

The Museum combines the interactive options of today together with the memorabilia from historic games with the great rugby nations of the world and I am sure it will be enjoyed by sporting enthusiasts for years to come.

Mayor of Limerick, Cllr Kevin Sheahan said, "The story of Munster Rugby is one that resonates not only with the people of this province, but of all of Ireland and much further afield. In Limerick, we are particularly proud of our association with Munster Rugby – one that stretches back more than a century. The development of this fantastic new Museum celebrates this connection and its location here at Thomond Park acknowledges the stadium's contribution to the story of Munster Rugby.

Fiona Monaghan Fáilte Ireland said, “Fáilte Ireland is delighted to have played a role in bringing the new Thomond Park Museum to fruition. Limerick has gained international recognition as a sporting destination in recent years and the rise of Munster Rugby has played a significant key role in this. The addition of the newly refurbished and interactive museum at Thomond Park is a welcome addition to Limerick City’s tourism offering and a must visit experience for all sports enthusiasts.”

John Cantwell Thomond Park Stadium Director added, “We are delighted to provide this wonderful visitor experience at Thomond Park and are grateful to Fáilte Ireland for assisting with this project. This facility delivers a unique and exciting additional experience for our visitors both on match and non-match days and further enhances the reputation of our stadium as an international class venue and visitor attraction.”