Independence Museum Kilmurry

01/06/2026

Step back into Cork in 1926. 📖✨

This July, St Peter’s is thrilled to host the national touring exhibition “The Story of Us”, as part of the wider public programme to commemorate the digitisation and release of the records. “The Story of Us” is brought to you by the National Archives of Ireland in association with Cork City and County Archives Service

Discover the stories, families and communities that shaped Cork and Ireland 100 years ago through fascinating records, audio visual displays, photographs and historical insights.

Whether you’re interested in local history, genealogy or simply curious about life in Ireland in 1926, this free exhibition offers a unique glimpse into the past.

📍 St Peter’s Cork
📅 On show from 9th July 2026
🎟 Free Admission

More information to follow

Photography courtesy of Cork City and County Archives Services Service 📷

20/05/2026

We’re are looking forward to welcoming you this Friday evening for “Making Their Mark – Remarkable Cork Women and their Contribution to our City’s History”, a fascinating lecture by historian Anne Twomey.

🗓 Friday 22 May
⏰ 8pm
📍 Independence Museum Kilmurry
💶 Admission €5 (Free for KHAA members)

This is an opportunity to delve into powerful, lesser‑known stories and celebrate the women who made history. We hope to see you there.

📞 For more information, please call 021‑7336932

19/05/2026

Irish women have made their mark on the world across generations. Deirdre O'Shaughnessy and Clodagh Finn discuss six such women and their incredible stories

11/05/2026

Kilmurry Parish Assembly will host the launch of St Joseph's Church, Cloughduv 1871-2026 , a new book which explores more than 150 years of faith, community, and local heritage.

📅 Friday 15 May
🕗 8pm
📍 Cloughduv GAA Pavilion

A Commemoration Mass will be held in St Joseph's, next Sunday, 17 May, at 11.30am.

All welcome to this special celebration.

08/05/2026

We’re delighted to host “Making Their Mark – Remarkable Cork Women and their Contribution to our City’s History”, a fascinating lecture by historian Anne Twomey.

🗓 Friday 22 May
⏰ 8pm
📍 Independence Museum Kilmurry
💶 Admission €5 (Free for KHAA members)

This is a wonderful opportunity to explore lesser‑known stories and celebrate the women who made history. We look forward to welcoming you for an inspiring evening.

📞 For more information, please call 021‑7336932

08/05/2026

Meet some of the iCAN staff, Cork County Council Heritage Officer Conor Nelligan, and Cork Community volunteers who attended the Autumn iCAN Regional Network Meeting, hosted by Kilmurry Historical & Archaeological Association. The 5 Cork Community groups launching in June 2026 are:
Baltimore, Rath and The Islands
Glanworth Community Archive
Inniscarra History
Macroom History Group
Rosscarbery Heritage

Image credit - Dr Con Kelleher

22/04/2026

19/04/2026

Friends! a reminder that the Independence Museum (KHAA) AGM will take place this Friday, 24th April at 8:00 pm. All are very welcome to attend, and we’d love to see you there.