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Museums & Historic Places

Museums and Historic Places in Galway

There are many fine museums in Galway covering a diverse range of subjects just waiting to be explored. There are museums dedicated to Galway’s rich literary history such as the Kiltartan Gregory Museum and Thoor Ballylee near Gort. Other museums focus on the geology of the west of Ireland and work associated with it at the James Mitchell Geology Museum and the Glengowla Mines Experience. The lives of Galway people are well documented at some excellent attractions such as the Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna, the Connemara Heritage Centre or at Galway City Museum. Whatever your interest you’ll find plenty to discover at one of the many museums in Galway.

Claddagh Arts Centre & Katie's Cottage Museum

Claddagh Arts Centre & Katie’s Cottage Museum

Step back in time and experience one of Galway's most popular heritage attractions. Katie’s Cottage Museum and Arts Centre is a restored authentic Claddagh traditional dwelling in the heart of...
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Upper Fairhill Road, The Claddagh, Galway, Ireland

Claddagh Ring Museum

Both a museum and a jewellery shop, Thomas Dillions Claddagh Gold is dedicated to the history of this Galway made ring. Stepping into the Claddagh Ring Museum, housed in a...
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Claregalway Museum

Claregalway Museum

The Michael Smyth forge & Claregalway museum is situated in Rooaunmore, Baile Chláir. The restored forge contains an open furnace, old leather bellows, an anvil and typical tools, which the...
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Computer Museum Galway

Computer & Communications Museum of Ireland

Are you a technology enthusiast who loves delving into the past to learn about the evolution of computers and communication devices? Look no further than the Computer and Communications Museum...
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IDA Business Park, Dangan, Newcastle, Galway City, Ireland

Connemara Heritage Centre

Dan O’Hara’s Homestead is an award winning heritage centre located 5 miles from Clifden Town, the capital of Connemara. It offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of...
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Dartfield Country Estate & Horse Museum

Visit the only museum in Ireland dedicated to the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse. Discover how the Connemara Pony and Irish Horse played an integral role in Ireland’s culture throughout...
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Galway Cathedral

Galway Cathedral

The last stone cathedral of its kind constructed in western Europe. Built in the Renaissance style, the artwork, glasswork and woodwork were all handcrafted by Irish artists and the money...
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Gaol Road, Galway City, Ireland
Galway City Museum

Galway City Museum

Galway City Museum reopened on 16th April 2007 with the launch of its permanent exhibition. Among the highlights on show is a rare 17th century altar piece, the new location...
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Spanish Arch, Claddagh, Galway, Ireland
Mining Attraction Galway

Glengowla Mines & Family Farm Experience

At Glengowla, you can experience the following: An underground mine tour Sheep Dog herding demonstrations Turf Cutting demonstrations Farm walks Underground Mine Tour Experience a tour like no other in...
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Irish Workhouse Centre

Irish Workhouse Centre

163 workhouses were built in Ireland from 1840 to 1853 and served as the last resort of the starving populations during this period. Impoverished people entered the workhouse to receive...
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James Mitchell Geology Museum

The James Mitchell Geology Museum is often referred to as 'Galway's Hidden Museum'. It is entered by a staircase in the south-east corner of the Main Quadrangle of NUI, Galway....
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The Quadrangle, Galway City, Ireland
Kiltartan Gregory Museum

Kiltartan Gregory Museum

Kiltartan Gregory Museum is housed in a former schoolhouse built at the behest of Sir William Gregory in 1892. It contains rare manuscripts, memorabilia and original artefacts relating to Lady...
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Kiltartan Cross, Gort, Co. Galway, Ireland

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