Cultural Places To Visit
Carrickmacross Lace Gallery
Recently back in the public eye due to the Royal Wedding.
Take the time to view the demonstration of the craft of this famous Carrickmacross Lace. Browse the extensive range or comission a piece for a special occassion. Lace making workshops can be organised.
Market Square, Carrickmacross. - Phone: +353 (0)42 9664176
Swallow Studio
Annyalla, Castleblayney
Visitors will see the looms at work, powered only by skilled weavers. Handweaving is our speciality. Batik and silk painting as well as tufting may also be seen.
Patrick Kavanagh Centre
Inniskeen, Co. Monaghan
Dedicated to the memory of the famous Monaghan poet Patrick Kavanagh, this Rural & Literary Resource Centre has exhibitions on the poet and his works, local history, an audio visual theatre and Research Library
Open: Tuesday - Friday, 11am - 4.30pm
Sunday, 3pm -5.30pm (June - September 2011)
Phone: +353 (0)42 937 8560
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Monaghan County Museum
1-2 Hill Street, Monaghan
Museum and gallery, Archaeological and historic displays. Art gallery has in-house and visiting exhibitions. The unique 14th Century Cross of Clogher and the fine collection of medieval "crannog" (lake dwelling) artefacts are amongst it's most valued items.
Armagh County Museum
The Mall East, Armagh
Located near the centre of St Patrick's cathedral city, the unique character of the Museum's architecture make it one of the most distinctive buildings in the city. Here you will find collections reflecting the lives of people who have lived and worked in Armagh or have been associated with the county
