Michael Collins Centre

Clonakilty, CorkBest for ages 8 and up

Michael Collins Centre, Clonakilty, Cork

Families can learn about Michael Collins through a storytelling show with images. Outside, there is a life-size recreation of the ambush site with replica vehicles.

Visit the fascinating Michael Collins Centre near Clonakilty, founded by Tim and Dolores Crowley. Tim is a historian and writer and a cousin of Michael Collins through his great grandmother, Marianne McCarthy.

Tim delivers his live stand up history show, Michael Collins - His Story, in a traditional West Cork storytelling style, with the aid of 40 images on a large screen.

Outside, overlooking the Argideen Valley, a life size recreation marks the site of the ambush in which Michael Collins died, featuring replica vehicles from his convoy, including the Crossley tender, Leyland touring car and Rolls Royce armoured car.

Family practicalities

  • Toilets (likely)