Michael Davitt Museum

The Michael Davitt museum collection is housed in the magnificently restored pre-penal church in the subject’s home village of Straide, County Mayo. Davitt was baptised in this building during the great famine and is buried within the shadow of the church walls. The collection reflects his diverse range of national and international achievements in an awe-inspiring tale of triumph over adversity. The museum is adjacent to Straide Friary. This 13th century Norman structure contains some of the finest medieval sculpture on the island of Ireland. Highlights: • Michael Davitt Museum Tour | Audio Visual | Guided Tour | Exceptional Exhibits • Graveyard | Grave of Michael Davitt – a poignant reminder of a life dedicated to the oppressed • Straide Friary | 13th Century | High altar inclusive of Pieta | Laughing Magi Sculpture | Grave of Anne Deane • Famine Relief Bridge | 1840’s | Irish Famine | Michael Davitt’s father • Matchstick Man | Bardic Poet and Scholar | 16th Century | Grave • Retail Area | Books | Gifts | General Memorabilia • Sustainable Tourism | Your visit supports the development of a sensory garden and the production of organic food

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Monday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday	Closed

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