Explorers Museum – Fireside Chat, with historian Ruth Illingworth
Explorer and naturalist Col. Charles Howard-Bury born at Charleville Castle, led the first successful
reconnaissance to Mount Everest in 1921, thus paving the way for future expeditions. The expedition was launched from the Castle itself and the equipment used during this arduous journey went through a rigorous testing process under the vicissitudes of Irish weather in the castle courtyard.
October 18th at 16:00 The Explorers Museum will host its next Fireside Chat, featuring legendary historian who will speak on “Charles Howard-Bury and Everest”.
Where: Charleville Castle, Global Expedition Base to The Explorers Museum. Tullamore, Ireland. Space is limited.
Tickets can be booked on Tickettailor Here.
