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Michael Davitt Museum
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Mary
June 24, 2021
The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of historical artefacts including original documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads and other items connected with Michael Davitt’s life and his campaign work within the National Land League. Davitt was a social reformer, Member of Parliament, author, GAA Patron, Patron of Glasgow Celtic FC, labour leader and international humanitarian. He is Mayo’s most famous son and Ireland’s greatest Patriot.
The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of historical artefacts including original documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads and other items connected with Michael Davitt’s life and his campaign work within the National Land League. Davitt was a socia…
Christine
July 17, 2020
The Michael Davitt Museum is now housed in the magnificently restored pre-penal church in the village of Straide, County Mayo. Michael Davitt was christened in this church in 1846 and is buried in the grounds of the 13th Century Straide Abbey, beside the Museum. The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters and other items connected with Davitt's li
The Michael Davitt Museum is now housed in the magnificently restored pre-penal church in the village of Straide, County Mayo. Michael Davitt was christened in this church in 1846 and is buried in the grounds of the 13th Century Straide Abbey, beside the Museum. The Michael Davitt Museum contains an…
Martina
February 9, 2020
This is the story of Michael Davitt who was born in Straide. he was evicted as a child from his home. he and his family went to England. as an adult he got involved in politics and set up the Land League the goal was to give the Land back to the people.
Trisha And Paddy
May 24, 2022
Knockagarraun, Strade, Co. Mayo, F26 FX37 (Google maps plus code: WVCC+G7 Strade, County Mayo) The museum contains an extensive collection of artifacts relating to his personal and work life. Everything is stored in the lovely restored pre-penal church where there is plenty of parking and a lovely picnic area. *** There was an offer on that if you visited the museum you would receive a free pass to the Céide Fields Visitor Centre but ring ahead to see if this is still the case as it may only be a seasonal offer**
Knockagarraun, Strade, Co. Mayo, F26 FX37 (Google maps plus code: WVCC+G7 Strade, County Mayo) The museum contains an extensive collection of artifacts relating to his personal and work life. Everything is stored in the lovely restored pre-penal church where there is plenty of parking and a lovely…
Tony
March 14, 2021
The Michael Davitt Museum is located in the picturesque and historic village of Straide in Co Mayo on the N58 route between Ballyvary and Foxford. A 15 minute drive from No. 58. The museum is housed in the magnificently restored pre-Penal Church that was used prior to the enactment of the 1690’s Penal laws which were more commonly known as popery laws. The Michael Davitt Visitor Centre includes the beautiful surrounding grounds of Straide Abbey, which together with parking and picnic area provides an ideal destination for one of the great family days out in Mayo.. The Museum staff are knowledgeable and friendly. We welcome you with a free video and guided tour of exhibits and the abbey; we can also help with genealogical searches. We look forward to your visit. Thank you for supporting the Museum! The Michael Davitt Museum contains an extensive collection of historical artefacts including original documents, photos, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads and other items connected with Michael Davitt’s life and his campaign work within the National Land League. Davitt was a social reformer, Member of Parliament, author, GAA Patron, Patron of Glasgow Celtic FC, labour leader and international humanitarian. He is Mayo’s most famous son and Ireland’s greatest Patriot. Michael Davitt was christened in 1846 during the time of the Great Famine in the Penal Church in Straide. The church is adjacent to the 13th Century remains of Straide Abbey. Founded in 1245 Straide Abbey has a magnificent medieval high alter. Michael Davitt is buried in the cloister area of the Abbey. Anne Deane President of the Ladies Land League is buried in the Abbey. www.michaeldavittmuseum.ie/
The Michael Davitt Museum is located in the picturesque and historic village of Straide in Co Mayo on the N58 route between Ballyvary and Foxford. A 15 minute drive from No. 58. The museum is housed in the magnificently restored pre-Penal Church that was used prior to the enactment of the 1690’s Pe…
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