Knights of Glin Experience

About the museum

The Knights of Glin Experience is a small visitor centre in the centre of Glin, on the south bank of the Shannon Estuary in West Limerick. It tells the story of the Fitzgerald family, who held the hereditary title of Knight of Glin for about 800 years, down to Desmond Fitzgerald, the last holder of the title, who died in 2011 at the age of 74.

The story is told through video and interactive audio. It follows some of the more colourful knights in the family line and examines their relationship with the people of Glin. The experience also covers local landmarks and explains how the village came to look the way it does today. It is a place to learn about the family before or after seeing the village; Glin Castle, the family’s former home, is a separate property that is not normally open to the public.

The centre is run by local volunteers and is open daily from April to October. Entry is free.

Highlights

• Story of the Fitzgerald Knights of Glin over 800 years
• Video and interactive audio presentation
• Background on the village of Glin and its landmarks
• Free admission

Permanent exhibition

• The Knights of Glin Experience – A video and audio presentation on the 800-year history of the Fitzgerald family, the Knights of Glin, and the development of the village.

Admission & discounts

Admission is free.

Entry is free.

Accessibility

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Kids & families

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Getting there & parking

The centre is on Lower Main Street in the middle of Glin, next to the library in the former courthouse. Glin is on the Wild Atlantic Way and the Shannon Estuary Way.

Amenities & dining

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Events & venue rental

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