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Connemara Heritage & History Centre

Explore Dan O'Hara's Homestead, a heritage centre and open-air museum celebrating Connemara history and rural culture.

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Where
Derrylea ED, Galway (Both indoors and out)Directions
Opening times
Check official opening times
Phone
+3539521246
Official site

Plan your visit

Weather · Sat, 17 Oct

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2–11°C · 0 mm daytime rain

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Family practicalities

Suits all agesTime: 2-3 hoursIndoors and out
  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site (likely)
  • Toilets

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What to expect

Connemara Heritage & History Centre, also known as Dan O'Hara's Homestead, offers families a journey into traditional Irish rural life and history. Visitors can explore the restored pre-famine cottage, discover local heritage exhibits, and enjoy the surrounding Connemara landscape.

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Time to allow
2-3 hours
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Categories

  • museum
  • arts and entertainment

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