Special August Opening Times

(Coinciding with the Michael Collins Diaries Exhibition)


Tuesday to Saturday

10AM TO 5PM

(LAST ENTRY 4PM)

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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.

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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.

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Trip Advisor Reviews

star rating  Was a beautiful experience to see inside the house very interesting loads of history love it would highly recommend a visit.

patricia m
18th April 2023

star rating  Out of the tourist season we had the museum to ourselves on a rainy weekday afternoon, so it made the experience that bit more special.
It's small enough to get... read more

MTB100
20th November 2022

Media Archive

Our media section includes a documentary about the life of Michael Collins, Season 1 of the Michael Collins House Podcast as well as articles & research.

Videos

Including a 16 minute doc. about the life of Michael Collins

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Podcasts

Season 1 of the Michael Collins House Podcast is available to stream

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Articles & Research

Archive of Research Papers

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Whether you’re a local, new to town, or just passing through be a part of our community activities and events

GUIDED TOURS

VISITING MICHAEL COLLINS HOUSE

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SPECIAL PRICE

School and Group Tours

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