Clare Museum (Riches of Clare)
About
The Clare Museum, whose main exhibition is called the Riches of Clare, tells the county's story through original objects from the earliest settlers to the modern day, arranged around the themes of earth, power, faith, water and energy. It is free to visit and sits in the centre of Ennis, which makes it an easy and worthwhile hour, especially on a wet day. For anyone using Ennis as a base for the county, it is a good grounding in the history of the place you are about to drive around. Confirm current opening days and hours at source.
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Highlights
- ✓The Riches of Clare exhibition of original county artefacts
- ✓Free to visit, in the centre of town
- ✓A good grounding in Clare history before touring the county
- ✓An easy indoor hour on a wet day
Tips
- →Admission is free.
- →Confirm current opening days and hours before you go.
- →A good first stop to make sense of the county you are basing yourself in.
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