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The Granuaile Centre provides an audio-visual presentation on the life and times of Grace O'Malley (c. 1530-1600), whose daring exploits and career are part of the folklore of the region. It explores how she achieved control of the area around Clew Bay, her relationship with other Gaelic and anglo-Irsh leaders, her meeting with Queen Elizabeth I, her social life and her commercial, diplomatic and political achievements in what was then a male-dominated society. The Centre also has an exhibitio...

The history of the cinema is littered with major box-office 'hits' which after their fashionable success are forgotten, as surely as if they ended up on the 'cutting room floor'. However, there are some enduring classics which have developed a cult-following and high on this list is John Ford's greatest movie 'The quiet Man' starring Maureen O'Hara, John Wayne and Barry Fitzgerald.
Shot in 1951 and released in 1952 it is set in the beautiful West of Ireland, with filming being centred...

On display is an innovative permanent exhibition detailing the immense wealth of archaeological and historical interest to be found in Cong and it's environs, dating back to pre-historic times. The exhibition was compiled by leading archaeologist Michael Gibbons who has published a new historical guide and map covering the archaeology and history of Cong from 7,000BC up to the 19th century. Mr. Gibbons has previously lectured to the National Geography Society and the Smithsonian Institute in W...

Housed in a 19th century building, Clew Bay Heritage Centre tells the story of Westport through the years. It traces the history of the town and Clew Bay from pre Christian times to date.
Displays consist of documents, photographs and general artefacts connected with Westport, one of the few planned towns in Ireland. Other features include a genealogical research facility and there are also guided walks of the town....