museums waterford

Located at the junction of the Quays and Mall. Reginald's Tower is Waterford's best known landmark. The building has been described as the oldest tower of mortared stone in Europe. It was erected by and takes its name from Reginal Maclvor, Danish Govener of Waterford in 1003 A.D. It has been used as a fortress, a prison, a military stores depot, a mint, and an air raid shelter. Presently, it houses the City's Civic and Maritime Museum. The exhibits include the colourful regalia of the Corp...

The Waterford Heritage Museum is located in the city centre, near Reginald's Tower. The museum houses two fascinating collections. On the ground floor, beautiful artifacts from the Viking and Medieval periods are on display. These artifacts were recovered during recent excavations in the city centre. The mezzanine floor houses one of Ireland's greatest collections of decorated royal charters and civic regalia....