kilrush in landlord times

Kilrush in Landlord Times tells the story of Kilrush, from its establishment as an Estate Town by the Vandeleur Landlords at the end of the 18th century. Features of the Exhibition include:

- The achievement of the Irish Landlord Class in building a unique urban environment, which can be experienced by you in Kilrush.

- The importance of the town's port during the Napoleonic Era.

- The disastrous impact of the Great Famine of 1847 on the people of Kilrush.

- Audio visual reconstruction of the 1888 internationally famous Vandeleur Evictions.

The Exhibition is the starting point of a Heritage Walk through the streets of Kilrush, which will complete your transportation back to experience Landlord Times in Kilrush.
Other Kilrush visitor Attractions:
- Scattery Island Visitor Centre
- Boat trips to historic monastic settlement on Scattery Island
- Kilrush Creek Marina (118 Berths)