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    • Object of the month
      • The Famine Pot
      • Terence MacSwiney Funeral Hearse Wheel
      • Grenade and Home-made Bomb
      • Irish Democratic Labour Federation Badge
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      • Piece of Fr. Dominic’s Tunic
      • Cromwellian Cannon Ball
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Shard of Wood
      • Prize Winning Pin Cushion
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Chinese Embroidered Hat
      • Old school seat from Kilmurry Boys School
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  • Local Ambushes
    • Ambush at Coolnacaheragh
    • Lissarda Ambush Centenary Exhibition 1920-2020
  • Terence MacSwiney
    • The Annual Terence MacSwiney Weekend
    • Tomás McCurtain and Terence McSwiney – The County Cork Connection
    • Terence MacSwiney Artifacts
      • Cork Lord Mayor Terence MacSwiney’s Hunger Strike 12th of August 1920 – 25th October 1920
      • Terence MacSwiney Funeral Hearse Wheel
      • Terence MacSwiney Dish Ring
      • Shard of Wood
  • The Museum
    • Object of the month
      • The Famine Pot
      • Terence MacSwiney Funeral Hearse Wheel
      • Grenade and Home-made Bomb
      • Irish Democratic Labour Federation Badge
      • Aghabullogue Hurley – Cork’s First All Ireland Title.
      • Rush Light Holder from Kilkea Castle
      • Rusheen Pike
      • Manchester Martyr’s Table
      • Princess Mary Gift Box
      • Cork Total Abstinence Medal
      • Bullet from Upton Ambush
      • St. Patrick’s Gift Box
      • Cell No.6, Cork Military Detention Barracks
      • Racehorse shoe owned by Abraham Morris
      • Piece of Fr. Dominic’s Tunic
      • Cromwellian Cannon Ball
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Shard of Wood
      • Prize Winning Pin Cushion
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Chinese Embroidered Hat
      • Old school seat from Kilmurry Boys School
    • Articles
      • Kilmurry Hidden Gems Tour Notes Heritage Week 2017
      • The Warrens of Warrenscourt
      • Ireland XO
  • Museum Books
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  • Attractions
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About KHAA

khaa-logoKilmurry Historical & Archaeological Society was formed in 1963 by a group of local people interested in preserving and displaying the rich historical and archaeological heritage of Kilmurry and the surrounding area. They opened the Terence MacSwiney Memorial Museum in 1965, collecting unique and interesting objects related to local history, and opened on Sunday afternoons to the public. Since then, the society’s members held regular historical talks and outings and the museum and community centre has been their project, from conception through to realisation. In 2014, they became a registered charity and incorporated as Kilmurry Historical & Archaeological Association Limited.

The story of the museum did not start recently. In 1965 the Terence McSwiney Memorial Museum was opened by locals as a tribute to the Mayor of Cork who died on hunger strike in 1920. Over the years the renovated farm building that housed the original museum was falling into decay, putting the precious artefacts at risk. Thanks to the highest capital grant ever awarded by the west Cork LEADER programme, massive contributions locally, and some of that mid-Cork grit, a new building was completed in 2014 to house the collection as well as including a new community centre for the village.

The next stage was developing a professional – looking exhibition that would stand the test of time and tell this extraordinary story, relevant to all Irish people. KHAA Treasurer, Mary O’Mahony stated “We are so excited about the opening of the new museum which has brought so much pride to our village. Up to now, most of the community, including myself, were not aware of the full extent and complexity of the museum collection. Now we have a place that will show beautifully what the ordinary men and women of this country, and in particular in our area, did for our country in very challenging and difficult times. Everyone of Irish heritage needs to hear all of these fabulous stories brought to life by the museum, as they are part of our unique DNA and must not be forgotten.”

Learn more about KHAA
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  • Home
  • Local Ambushes
    • Ambush at Coolnacaheragh
    • Lissarda Ambush Centenary Exhibition 1920-2020
  • Terence MacSwiney
    • The Annual Terence MacSwiney Weekend
    • Tomás McCurtain and Terence McSwiney – The County Cork Connection
    • Terence MacSwiney Artifacts
      • Cork Lord Mayor Terence MacSwiney’s Hunger Strike 12th of August 1920 – 25th October 1920
      • Terence MacSwiney Funeral Hearse Wheel
      • Terence MacSwiney Dish Ring
      • Shard of Wood
  • The Museum
    • Object of the month
      • The Famine Pot
      • Terence MacSwiney Funeral Hearse Wheel
      • Grenade and Home-made Bomb
      • Irish Democratic Labour Federation Badge
      • Aghabullogue Hurley – Cork’s First All Ireland Title.
      • Rush Light Holder from Kilkea Castle
      • Rusheen Pike
      • Manchester Martyr’s Table
      • Princess Mary Gift Box
      • Cork Total Abstinence Medal
      • Bullet from Upton Ambush
      • St. Patrick’s Gift Box
      • Cell No.6, Cork Military Detention Barracks
      • Racehorse shoe owned by Abraham Morris
      • Piece of Fr. Dominic’s Tunic
      • Cromwellian Cannon Ball
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Shard of Wood
      • Prize Winning Pin Cushion
      • Oswald Swanzy Gun
      • Chinese Embroidered Hat
      • Old school seat from Kilmurry Boys School
    • Articles
      • Kilmurry Hidden Gems Tour Notes Heritage Week 2017
      • The Warrens of Warrenscourt
      • Ireland XO
  • Museum Books
  • News
  • Lectures and Field Trips
  • Attractions
    • Trails and Walks
  • About KHAA
  • Contact Us
  • Donate

Independence Museum Kilmurry

About KHAA

khaa-logoKilmurry Historical & Archaeological Society was formed in 1963 by a group of local people interested in preserving and displaying the rich historical and archaeological heritage of Kilmurry and the surrounding area. They opened the Terence MacSwiney Memorial Museum in 1965, collecting unique and interesting objects related to local history, and opened on Sunday afternoons to the public. Since then, the society’s members held regular historical talks and outings and the museum and community centre has been their project, from conception through to realisation. In 2014, they became a registered charity and incorporated as Kilmurry Historical & Archaeological Association Limited.

The story of the museum did not start recently. In 1965 the Terence McSwiney Memorial Museum was opened by locals as a tribute to the Mayor of Cork who died on hunger strike in 1920. Over the years the renovated farm building that housed the original museum was falling into decay, putting the precious artefacts at risk. Thanks to the highest capital grant ever awarded by the west Cork LEADER programme, massive contributions locally, and some of that mid-Cork grit, a new building was completed in 2014 to house the collection as well as including a new community centre for the village.

The next stage was developing a professional – looking exhibition that would stand the test of time and tell this extraordinary story, relevant to all Irish people. KHAA Treasurer, Mary O’Mahony stated “We are so excited about the opening of the new museum which has brought so much pride to our village. Up to now, most of the community, including myself, were not aware of the full extent and complexity of the museum collection. Now we have a place that will show beautifully what the ordinary men and women of this country, and in particular in our area, did for our country in very challenging and difficult times. Everyone of Irish heritage needs to hear all of these fabulous stories brought to life by the museum, as they are part of our unique DNA and must not be forgotten.”

Learn more about KHAA
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Independence Museum Kilmurry
Kilmurry, Co. Cork, Ireland

Kilmurry.historical@gmail.com
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