SpSpecial August Opening Times

Tuesday to Saturday

9am-6pm

Sunday

10am-5pm

Last Entry 4pm. Book Online Here.

MICHAEL COLLINS HOUSE

museum dedicated to Irish patriot and revolutionary hero

Michael Collins House, Clonakilty is a museum dedicated to Irish patriot and revolutionary hero, Michael Collins. Visit to learn about the “Big Fella” himself, his life story entwined with the history of the fight for Irish independence. The museum is presented in an accessible manner through guided tours, interactive displays, audio visuals, artefacts and more, bringing the history to life for all the family. For those looking to delve into the history further information boards, history talks and our highly qualified tour guides will more than happily engage in debate and answer any questions you may have.

OUR LOCATION

Directions to Emmet Square

Directions from Clonakilty, Main Street (Pearse St.)- Travel west to the end of Pearse Street, Turn left at end of Pearse St at Bank of Ireland onto Bridge St. , continue straight, pass the statue of Michael Collins and directly across Emmet Sq to Michael Collins House: No. 7, Emmet Sq, Clonakilty.

Trip Advisor Reviews

An excellent museum - A very well organised and designed museum dedicated to the life and tragic death of a central figure in Irish history

dfte
24th March 2026

The Michael Collins Story -Clonakilty’s most famous son - Visited house on 103rd anniversary of Michael Collins’death..Extraordinary collection of personal memorabilia and historical documentation. He was an gifted man - an able, handsome and charismatic patriot who was killed at the age of 31

Sue T
22nd August 2025