$10 adults, $8 seniors/students with ID. Free for members and children 3 and under.
The Medieval Festival at Glencairn is a portal to the past: experience medieval life, art and beliefs through a Pilgrim’s self-guided Quest, demonstrations and activities.
Watch as J. Kenneth Leap paints and assembles stained glass windows by hand.
Learn about the art of manuscript illumination, and then see a Gutenberg-style printing press in action.
Enjoy music played on replica period instruments, and try spinning wool.
Learn about the influence of religion on medieval weaponry and cheer your favored knight in a sword battle.
Explore the galleries, take our cell phone audio tour, and rejuvenate at our Castle Café. Come in medieval costume and get a prize!
Please note: at this event the elevator stops at the 1st and 5th floors and the Tower only. Please use the stairs while exploring Glencairn Museum’s galleries on all other floors.
No wheelchairs beyond the 1st floor. No strollers or backpack-style baby carriers.
Photography for private use is permitted. No flash, tripods, selfie-sticks or videography.