FamxplorSkibbereen Heritage Centre
What to expect
The Skibbereen Heritage Centre tells the story of the Great Famine of the 1840s, which had a devastating impact on the town of Skibbereen. Visitors can learn about the Famine through immersive audiovisual displays, exhibits, and interactive stations. The centre also offers a genealogy service to help people trace their West Cork roots. Additionally, visitors can explore the nearby Abbeystrowry Famine burial pits and take a virtual tour of Famine sites in the town. The centre has a gift shop with a selection of books on local heritage and history. Families can also enjoy a stroll through the Skibbereen Country Market and take a walk up Knockomagh Hill for spectacular views of West Cork
Plan your family visit to the Skibbereen Heritage Centre with these blog insights 👇
Skibbereen: Holiday where Ireland is “still real”
Activities: We visited the Heritage Centre, which is dedicated to the Great Famine. We watched the film and explored the exhibition, but the children quickly lost interest. "The incredible amount of information is only available in English (and Gaelic)." The children "were after half an hour almost already out the door"
Highlights: The historical information was great. "For historians, genealogists and history buffs, the exhibition is a dream!" It provides insights that go beyond the oversimplified narrative. However, "as a destination for families, the Centre is not really suitable." ✨