Ireland

Lismore Heritage Centre was opened in 1992 to share insights into Lismore’s formidable history and heritage. Boasting a picturesque location at the foot of the Knockmealdown Mountains, Lismore is famous for the magnificent Lismore Castle (dating back to 1185) that was once …

This specially curated exhibition will take you on a journey of discovery from the early history of the Central Bank right through to the present day. It will explain how 75 years of public service is captured by our Mission statement, “We …

A 19th century eviction cottage at Elmhall, once the home of the Walshe family, who were evicted by the landlord’s agents, has been restored and refurnished as a Heritage Centre, by Belcarra Community Co-Op. The cottage was the scene of the last …

Kiltartan Cross, immortalised by W.B. Yeats in his poem An Irish Airman Foresees His Death, is the site of the award-winning Kiltartan Gregory Museum. A warm welcome awaits you as you step inside this architectural gem. Friendly, knowledgeable, local guides exude enthusiasm …

Cork Public Museum is the oldest local authority museum in Ireland, celebrating its 75th anniversary in 2020. The museum is housed in two buildings: a mid-nineteenth century Georgian style house, and a modern extension that was opened in 2005. The old museum …

Cashel Heritage Centre and Tourist Information Office. The award-winning Heritage Centre and Tourist Office located on the Main Street should be your first stop in Cashel. A large-scale model of the town in the 1640’s highlights the lesser known treasures of the …

The former Synagogue, which could accommodate approximately 150 men and women, consisted of two adjoining terraced houses built in the 1870’s. Due to the movement of the Jewish people from the area to the suburbs of Dublin and with the overall decline …

The Galway Fisheries Watchtower Museum opened to the public in 2015 after a long restoration project brought about by the Galway Civic Trust. The building features a small museum and exhibition space with interesting artefacts, memorabilia and photographs from Galway’s rich history …

The Workhouse is a community heritage centre situated just South West of the village of Dunfanaghy, 250m from Holy Cross Church. The Workhouse has been a centre for heritage and cultural events for the community and a central tourist information hub for …

The Pearse Museum and St Enda’s Park was where Patrick Pearse lived and ran his innovative Irish-speaking school, Scoil Éanna, between 1910-16. ‘The Hermitage’ was originally built by Edward Hudson, State Dentist, who signed a lease on the lands in 1786. Over …

Welcome to Waterford County Museum. The Museum is located in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, Ireland and is dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of the locality. As our Museum is operational largely through voluntary effort we rely on the generosity of the …

The Military Museum, Collins Barracks, Cork, opened in 1985 and was situated in the Clock Tower Block. In 2005 the Museum was moved to the Old Guard Room, one of the oldest buildings in the barracks which is located just inside the …

Jackie Clarke (1927-2000) was a Ballina Business man and a genius collector of Irish historical material. In 2005 his widow, Mrs Anne Clarke, gifted his collection to Mayo County Council for the people of Ballina, Mayo and Ireland. It is the most …

The Museum has four exhibition galleries, the two largest houses the Museums permanent collection while the two smaller galleries are used for temporary exhibitions. On view in the permanent galleries is the famous and magnificent 19th century hand-carved pulpit from Carlow Cathedral. …

Monaghan County Museum has been serving the people of Monaghan for over 40 years. During which, it has diversified to match the needs of a changing community. This award-winning museum has a professional commitment to excellence in caring for and displaying its …

Michael Collins and War of Independence tours operate throughout the year. At the Centre visitors enjoy a comprehensive presentation on the life and times of Michael Collins. There are live illustrated presentations delivered three times daily, audiovisuals and a fine collection of …