Michael Collins Museum

MICHAEL COLLINS HOUSE

HISTORY OF THE FIGHT FOR IRISH INDEPENDENCE

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.

The museum is based at 7 Emmet Square, Clonakilty, the only planned Georgian square outside of Dublin. Initially conceived by the Clonakilty Town Council in 2012, the building was restored and fitted in period decor. The museum explores Collins life but also looks at local revolutionary patriots such as Tadhg an Asna who led the local forces into battle in 1798 and the unrepentant Fenian, Jeremiah O’Donovan Rossa, both of whom influenced the young Collins.

OUR MISSION

OUR MISSION IS TO HONOUR THE MEMORY OF MICHAEL COLLINS AND TO BRING HIS STORY AND THE STORY OF IRISH INDEPENDENCE TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS WE CAN BY CREATING AN ENJOYABLE, ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE