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De Valera Museum and Bruree Heritage Centre
Bruree, Co. Limerick
Family friendly
Rainy days
Free car parking
The De Valera Museum and Bruree Heritage Centre uses audio visuals, graphic panels, set pieces and displays of personal memorabilia to tell the story of Eamon de Valera (former president of Ireland).

The De Valera Museum and Bruree Heritage Centre is dedicated to Eamon de Valera [1882-1975], former president of Ireland and one of the country’s most famous statesmen, it houses a unique collection of personal belongings of this historic figure, as well as a wide range of articles which record life in Bruree in the early 20th century.

This visitor centre is located where Eamonn de Valera grew up. The cottage in which he lived is now preserved and the national school he attended houses a museum dedicated to his memory.

The Heritage Centre uses audio visuals, graphic panels, set pieces and displays of personal memorabilia to tell the story of the village’s greatest son and of the area which is credited with forming his character.

Contact details
1 Water St, Bruree, Co. Limerick, V35 X521, Ireland
Visit duration

We recommend planning to spend up to 1 hour here.

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