This Heritage Week, discover how Birr, Co Offaly became the birthplace of one of the world’s earliest child protection laws the Cáin Adomnáin, written in 679AD. The Museum of Childhood Ireland has worked with artist Fergal McCarthy to create a thought-provoking exhibition in Birr Library exploring the history of children's rights in Ireland. Seen and Heard Drop-in Workshops, Birr Library 10.30am-12.30pm Take part in drop-in workshops with artist Fergal McCarthy that delve into the history of children's rights in Ireland. A specially-created suitcase with interactive games and activities about children's rights will stay with the exhibition in Birr Library until Saturday 23 August. Open to all ages.

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Birr Library, Co. Offaly