Whether you want to educate yourself, or if you want to find new ways to have an exciting day, there are a lot of indoor activities waiting to be discovered in the county.
From trampoline parks and arcade games, to educational tours and libraries, County Armagh has it all.
So don’t let the rain wreck your plans as here we discover 12 things that you can do during dull days.
9. Armagh County Museum, The Mall East, Armagh
The Armagh County Museum is the perfect way to learn all about the history that’s right at your doorstep. The museum captures centuries of stories relating to the people who lived and worked within this county. With collections ranging from local history and fine art to archaeology and natural history, this is the ideal place to experience a flavour of the famous orchard county.Hosting many temporary exhibitions, the museum works with the local community to provide a venue for a wide variety of exhibitions including the stirring music of the pipes and the best of contemporary works by local artists. For more information, go to facebook.com/ArmaghCountyMuseum/ Photo: discover ni
10. Market Place Theatre and Arts Centre, 9 Market Street, Armagh
The Market Place Theatre & Arts Centre is the heart of entertainment in Armagh city, hosting many programmes of music, drama, comedy and film. Along with that, the gallery hosts exhibitions to support local and emerging artists alongside national and international visual artists. On scheduled days, the centre also holds a range of craft and arts workshops for both children and adults, making it the perfect way to spend time with friends and family away from the rain.For more information, go to visitarmagh.com/ Photo: discover ni
11. Brownlow House, Windsor Avenue, Lurgan
Brownlow House is an imposing building situated just a few minutes walk from the town centre. The house is a prominent landmark with its lantern shaped tower and forest of tall chimney pots, with a stunning view across the park and lake.Today, the house hosts a detailed World War 2 American museum, and a local World War 1 exhibition, with delightful tea rooms. It certainly is a place to visit, relax and enjoy learning about history.The permanent exhibition contains a variety of information panels, videos, artefacts and interactive activities including dressing up for children.For more information, go to brownlowcastle.co.uk/ Photo: discover ni
12. FE McWilliam Gallery and Studio, 200 Newry Road, Banbridge
The F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio is dedicated to the memory of sculptor Frederick Edward McWilliam, one of Ireland’s most influential and successful artists. Featuring a permanent display of his work, temporary exhibitions of Irish and international art, a craft shop, café and the F.E. McWilliam Gallery and Studio attracts a wide range of local, national and international visitors.The studio consists of an open exhibition space, showcasing a permanent collection of McWilliam’s sculptures which are always on view. An annual programme of outstanding exhibitions is scheduled for the gallery space to attract all lovers of art, along with an accompanying programme of lectures and workshops, supporting each exhibition, is delivered within the exhibition space.For more information, go to facebook.com/femcwilliamgallery/ Photo: discover ni