Connemara Heritage Centre

 

This award winning heritage centre is situated on the N59 approximately 5 miles from Clifden-the capital of Connemara. It offers a unique insight into the history and heritage of this most beautiful part of the West of Ireland. It provides a history presentation of ''Connemara through the ages'' in Irish and English; a reconstructions of a crannóg, a ring fort and a clochaun; Dan O'Hara’s Homestead & pre-famine farm; guided tours for groups with turf cutting and other demonstrations on request; a craft shop with a large selection of knitwear, marble, jewellery and other gifts to choose from; and a restaurant serving teas, coffee, cakes, scones, lunches.