Michael Collins House

Michael Collins House Museum

A memorial museum to Irish independence leader Michael Collins, with interactive exhibits tracing his life from Clonakilty to the Irish Civil War.

Michael Collins was a central figure in the Irish War of Independence and one of the first leaders of the Irish Free State. Born on the outskirts of Clonakilty, he was ambushed and killed during the Civil War in 1922, at just 31. The museum occupies a Georgian terraced house on Emmet Square in the town centre. It displays his letters, photographs and personal belongings, with multimedia presentations on the War of Independence. Admission is about €7, and it is open Monday to Saturday. Visitors who have seen the 1996 film *Michael Collins* will find it especially moving.

Opening hours

Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00 (check official website)

Independence movement · History · Museum

Nearby sights

Clonakilty Town
West Cork Model Railway Village
Inchydoney Beach
Galley Head Lighthouse
Timoleague Friary
Béal na Bláth
Drombeg Stone Circle
Glandore

Places to eat nearby

Scannell's Bar
Oak Fire Pizza
Kirby's The Whale's Tail
An Súgán Seafood Restaurant