ardagh heritage centre

An old schoolhouse built in 1898 is the location of the Ardagh Heritage Centre. It houses an exciting exhibition which outlines the history of this exquisite village. The story of Ardagh is one of history, literature and storytelling. This exhibition draws on the rich fabric of Ardagh life down through the ages, from the roots of the village in Irish mythology, to its development as an important early church and its emergence as a model estate village. Over the years, Ardagh has played host to writers and musicians such as Oliver Goldsmith, Sir Walter Scott, Turlough Carolan and Maria Edgeworth. Now, as one of Ireland's tidiest villages, Ardagh presents its history and bids welcome to an ever larger public.