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The Clare Heritage Circle combines all the best of Clare's varied culture. The members of the Clare Heritage Circle will help you discover the diverse landscape, built heritage, natural and marine treasures and archeology of County Clare.

The Michael Cusack Centre is delighted to be part of the Clare Heritage Circle.


Other members of the Clare Heritage Circle include:

Clare Museum
Arthurs Row, Ennis
Clare is a remarkable county and the story of its people stretch back some 6,000 years. Its incredible history is excitingly captured at the Clare Museum. Discover archeological discoveries from the renowned Poulnabrone Dolmen and much much more.


Shannon Dolphins
Kilrush
The Shannon Estuary is home to the only known resident group of bottlenose dolphins in Ireland. For lots of dolfun and information on the Shannon Dolphins visit the Shannon Dolphin & Wildlife Centre.


Vandeleur Walled Garden
Kilrush
Beautifully constructed old stone walls enclose the sheltered Vandeleur Walled Garden set among 420 acres of native woodland. The 'forgotten garden' of Kilrush House, dating back to the late 18th Century, has been fully restored, and is now a haven of peace & tranquillity.


Lahinch Seaworld & Leisure Centre
Lahinch
Spend a fun-filled day at the Lahinch Seaworld indoor complex overlooking the majestic Lahinch beach. Featuring the Seaworld Atlantic Aquarium, a leisure centre with 25m pool, kiddies pool, sauna, jacuzzi & steamroom, a kiddie's playzone and a Cafe & retail outlet. All in all the ultimate all weather leisure and activity location.


Cliffs of Moher
Looming over County Clare's west coast, the Cliffs of Moher stretch for 8 kilometres and 214 metres over the Athlantic Ocean. Unchanged for millenia the landscape of the Cliffs of Moher has, for centuries, welcomed visitors who come to marvel at their splendour and be at one with nature.


The Burren Centre
Kilfenora
The story of the Burern is excitingly capturees in 'A walk through time' multi-dimensional exhibition at the completely refurbished Burren Centre. Visitors get a comprehensive introduction to the geology, flora and fauna of the region, and an understanding of the history and effects of man on the unique landscape.


Clare Heritage Centre
Corofin
The award-winning Heritage Museum is housed in what was once St. Catherine's Church, which was built in 1718 by a first cousin of Queen Anne. The circumstances that moulded the character of the people over one hundred years ago are interpreted in an absorbing story.The centre houses the most comprehensive research material held in any one location to enable persons with Clare roots to trace their ancestry.


Dysert O'Dea Castle
Corofin
Built in 1480, the uppermost floors and staircase were badly damaged by the Cromwellians in 1651. Repaired and opened in 1986, the castle houses an extensive museum, an audiovisual presentation and various exhibitions.