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Irish Palatine Heritage Museum
Rathkeale, Co. Limerick
Family friendly
Rainy days
Free car parking
In 1709, several families of German origin settled in Ireland known as the Palatines. They established roots mainly in County Limerick. The exhibition on display at the Irish Palatine Heritage Museum in Rathkeale, County Limerick tells their story.

The Irish Palatine Heritage Centre in County Limerick, houses an exhibition that seeks to represent in detail the experience of the Irish Palatine immigrants to Ireland; ranging from their German places of origin to their colonisation and settlement in Ireland.

The Irish Palatine Heritage Centre features an extensive display of artefacts, photographs and graphics associated with the Palatine story.

It is set in landscaped surroundings and includes an archive, a tea room, gift selection and large car park.

Contact details
Irish Palatine Museum & Heritage Centre Old Railway Buildings, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, V94 NR12, Ireland
Visit duration

We recommend planning to spend up to 1 hour here.

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