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  1. DOWDM:1996_25 ‘The Mall, Downpatrick.’ (c. 1850) oil painting by James Glen Wilson. It shows the Southwell Building, Down Cathedral and the Old Gaol when it was used as the barracks for the South Down Milita. © Down County Museum
    DOWDM:1996_25 ‘The Mall, Downpatrick.’ (c. 1850) oil painting by James Glen Wilson.

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  1. Archaeology
    Archaeology
    Since the Museum is relatively new, established in 1981, there are fewer archaeological objects in the collection than in older museums.
  2. Art
    Art
    The Museum has been collecting works of art since it was established in 1981.
  3. Farming
    Farming
    Our farming related objects were collected largely during the 1980s, in the early stages of the Museum's development.
  4. Medical
    Medical
    The Museum has a large collection of objects relating to health care, from surgical instruments to home remedies.
  5. Photographic
    Photographic
    The photographic archive is one of the most important parts of the Museum’s collection.
  6. Textiles
    Textiles
    The Museum has a wonderful textile collection which celebrates special occasions, such as wedding dresses, christening robes and ceremonial uniforms.
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