Play a part in Irish history..

A NEW tourist attraction for Dublin city centre, that will give visitors an interactive experience of key events in modern Irish history, has been granted planning permission.

- BY SEAN McCARTHAIGH

Dublin City Council has approved a planning application by Carroll's Irish Gifts chain, the company which runs the well-known souvenir stores, for an “immersive and interactive film experience” at its existing outlet on Talbot Street.

The new tourist attraction — which will be known as “The Masterpiece Immersive Experience” - will cover an area of over 1,500m² and will require a re-configuration of the existing three-storey building to provide immersive 3D rooms and gallery/exhibition areas.

Visitors will be guided by a projectionist to key events in modern Irish history, starting from a tram ride which transports them back to Ireland in the early 20th century and journeying through Dublin during seminal moments like the Easter Rising and the War of Independence.