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Michael J Quill Centre
Kilgarvan, Co. Kerry
The Michael J Quill Centre is a memorial to Michael J Quill, a native son of Kilgarvan, who was founder and first President of the Transport Workers Union of America. The Centre is in Kilgarvan in County Kerry.

The Michael J Quill Centre is located in what was formerly St Peter's Church of Ireland and is situated 1.5km on the Kenmare side of Kilgarvan.

It is a memorial to Michael J Quill, a native son of Kilgarvan, who was founder and first President of the Transport Workers Union of America.

Visit the renovated building and landscaped gardens overlooking the Roughty Valley and Ardtully Castle. Enjoy a light refreshment and, if you wish, avail of the opportunity to purchase quality craft items, many of which are made in the centre.

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Kilgarvan,Co Kerry,Republic of Ireland
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