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The Riches of Clare exhibition is divided into the themes of Earth, Power, Faith, Water and Energy and includes a large collection of objects on loan from the National Museum of Ireland making a visit to Clare Museum an essential introduction whole county.
Admission is free with ample car parking and free coach parking beside the museum.
- Archaeological finds from Poulnabrone Portal Tomb
- The chance to learn about the history of emigration from Clare
- Links between County Clare and the Spanish Armada
- A large collection of object on loan from the National Museum of Ireland
- Fascinating audio-visual presentations
Visitor Information
Open Year Round
June - September
Monday - Saturday 09:30 - 17:30
October - May
Tuesday - Saturday 09:30 - 17:30
Closed for lunch daily between 13:00 and 14:00
Contact Details
Clare Museum,
Arthur's Row, Ennis, Co. Clare
T: +353 (0) 65 682 3382
E: info@heritageisland.com
W: www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/claremuseum/
Closed: Sundays, Bank Holiday Saturdays & Mondays and from December 24 to January 1
Last admission: 30 minutes before closing
Approx Visit Duration: 40 to 60 minutes
Admission is free
Other Useful Information
LANGUAGES
Free information guide available in French, German, Italian, Irish and Polish.
DINING / REFRESHMENTS
No dining on-site but there are numerous restaurants and cafés nearby.
PARKING
Paid car parking is available within 100m of the attraction. Free coach parking is available nearby at Ennis Coach Park. Details can be found here: http://www.clarelibrary.ie/eolas/claremuseum/visit/Friar'sWalk_CPK_A5Brochure_FIN_s.pdf
WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
The museum is fully wheelchair accessible.
TOURS
Guided tours are available upon request.
GROUPS
Large groups should book in advance of arrival.
ACCOLADES & AWARDS
- Acheived Museum Standards Programme Interim Accreditation 2015
- TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2015
Map Location
Clare Museum is located in the heart of Ennis, just off O’Connell Square and adjacent to the Temple Gate Hotel.

