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The Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre is open for Guided Tours and the award winning 'Medieval Experience'. Discover the rich history of the medieval town as the Athenry Heritage Centre is a place where history comes to life.
Online bookings are available from our Booking Page.
Please email the heritage centre for group bookings or student tours. 
Email details:  athenryheritagecentre@gmail.com

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Visitors of all ages can discover Athenry's rich medieval history with a guided tour of the centre or try the award winning 'Medieval Experience' with dressing up in medieval costume, a guided tour of the centre and have a go archery. The Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre is also the home of the town's original Mace & Seal, the oldest examples of their kind in Ireland. The activities of the Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre are accessible for all age groups and abilities to enjoy. We welcome everyone to experience the medieval history of the town in a place where history comes to life.

Monday 14th October Closed For Repairs  
Tuesday 15th October 12:30pm-4:30pm  
Wednesday 16th October 12:30pm-4:30pm  
Thursday 17th October 12:30pm-4:30pm  
Friday 18th October 9:30am-4:00pm  
Saturday 19th October Closed For Private Hire  
Sunday 20th October Closed  
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Email: athenryheritagecentre@gmail.com
General Admission Adult €6.00
General Admission Child €5.00
Senior/Students/Unwaged €5.00
Medieval Experience Family €30.00 (2 x 2)
Medieval Experience Adult €10.00
Medieval Experience Child €9.50
Senior/Students/Unwaged €9.50
Under Two Free
For Group Prices Contact 
091 844661
Email: athenryheritagecentre@gmail.com
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Visitor Activities

 
Experience Athenry's rich medieval history with a guided tour of the centre or enjoy the 'Medieval Experience' with dressing up in medieval costume, a guided tour of the centre and have a go archery. The activities of the Athenry Heritage Centre are accesible for all age groups and abililities and we welcome everyone to learn about the medieval history of the town which also includes Athenry Castle which is operated by the Office of Public Works, the 13th century Dominican Priory and the towns defensive walls and towers.
Guided Tours

Guided Tours

The centre's general admission tour provides a great introduction to the medieval history of Athenry. Visitors can experience history with the interactive exhibits, models of the 14th century town, the dungeon and replica market square. 
Medieval Experience

Medieval Experience

Combine our fun, informative and interactive tour of the centre with the chance to dress up in a medieval costume of your choice. Become a King, Queen, Knight or Princess and then test your skill with have a go archery.
School Tours

School Tours

A school tour of the centre provides all the elements for an educational and fun day for students of all ages. Students can discover history through interactive exhibits, dressing up in medieval costume and have a go archery
Birthday Parties

Birthday Parties

Let your son or daughter experience a birthday party to remember at the Athenry Arts & Heritage Centre. We provide a unique service for parents looking for something different which is fun, educational and accessible for all ages. 

Projects

 

The Athenry Heritage Centre is involved in a number of historical and restoration projects aimed at preserving and enhancing the rich cultural heritage of the town. All of these projects are developed to engage the community and remind visitors that Athenry is the best preserved medieval town in Ireland.

 

Maddens Forge

Maddens Forge

The Athenry Heritage Centre recently restored Maddens Blacksmith Forge. A visit to the forge brings to life the traditional tools, skills and workmanship of this traditonal forge which was the centre of community life.
Graphic Novel

Graphic Novel

The Short History of Athenry and Loughrea Walled Towns' comic book is unique schools project funded by the Heritage Council which involved the students of Lisheenkyle NS, Athenry and the students of St. Brendan's Boys School, Loughrea.
The Twelve Apostles

The Twelve Apostles

As part of the 1916-2016 Centenary Programme, the centre curated a unique exhibition to commemorate the Easter Uprising. The Twelve Apostles were local volunteers who took part in the rebellion and their story is told for the first time.
Athenry Past & Present

Athenry Past & Present

Follow the progress of Athenry's Town Walls Conservation Project 2007-2021. Sponsored by Galway County Council and The Heritage Council, the publication is also dedicated to the memory of Professor Etienne Rynne and Willie McErlean.

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Our Location

Athenry Heritage Centre.

St. Mary's,The Square,
Athenry,
Co. Galway,
Rep. of Ireland

Phone: 091 844661

Email: athenryheritagecentre@gmail.com

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  • Pobal
  • Galway CoCo
  • Galway Rural Development
  • Heritage Council
  • Dept of Culture
  • Dept of Social Protection
  • Government of Ireland

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