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    Michael Cusack Centre

    36 Reviews
    #2 of 3 things to do in Carran
    Museums, Speciality Museums
    Closed Now: 10:00 - 17:00
    Carron | Co Clare, Carran, Ireland
    Open today: 10:00 - 17:00
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    “rilliant visit”

    My family and I visited the Centre last week and had an amazing experience. First the staff were... read more

    Reviewed 17 August 2018
    pjquinn1951
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    Newry, United Kingdom
    “Must-visit for all G.A.A. players and supporters”

    This is a fantastic tribute to Cusack and the G.A.A. It's small but it is packed full of great... read more

    Reviewed 28 July 2018
    Sarahloochies
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    Cork, Ireland
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    Born in Carron in 1847, Michael Cusack founded the largest amateur sporting organisation in the world, the Gaelic Athletic Association. The Centre in Carron is dedicated to the memory of the man who is widely regarded as the saviour of Irish sports...more
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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Surprise!

    The place is small and it took us a long drive. However we found it interesting as one of the jerseys at the entrance is from Hanoi team- our city. Would be meaningful for GAA fans.

    Thank Alice188165
    Antoinettecarron, Manager at Michael Cusack Centre, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

    Thank you Alice. glad you enjoyed your visit.

    Reviewed 17 August 2018
    rilliant visit

    My family and I visited the Centre last week and had an amazing experience. First the staff were amazing so knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The short lecture before the audio visual tour was excellent. This is a must for all GAA fans and indeed just...More

    Thank pjquinn1951
    Reviewed 28 July 2018 via mobile
    Must-visit for all G.A.A. players and supporters

    This is a fantastic tribute to Cusack and the G.A.A. It's small but it is packed full of great information. The staff in the centre are absolutely fantastic; so welcoming and friendly. There is plentiful free parking on site and there's also a little gift...More

    1  Thank Sarahloochies
    Reviewed 25 August 2017
    Interesting way to spend an hour or so on a wet Sunday in August!

    I wouldn’t be the biggest GAA fan in the world so I was a bit apprehensive when a friend suggesting we visit the centre. However, I had no need to be. The centre is well run, had very interesting and informative information, not just about...More

    Thank MOD_10
    Reviewed 24 August 2017 via mobile
    Highlight of our trip

    We stopped here after seeing other TripAdvisor reviews. Being English we knew almost nothing about the GAA and Gaelic games in general and so we were unsure what to expect. The staff were extremely friendly and knowledgeable and gave an informative talk about Michael Cusack's...More

    Thank GuyRopeTrip
    Reviewed 27 July 2017 via mobile
    Excellent place

    We visited the centre today and it was so interesting. The ladies at the centre were so friendly and so informative, most friendly place and very welcoming. Thank you ladies 👍

    2  Thank rgrev
    Reviewed 20 July 2017 via mobile
    July vist

    Great spot for an avid Gaa fan!! Beautiful new and modern building for the visitor centre but totally in keeping with the area. Good knowledgable tour guide. Old house is retained and great to see audio visual used here! Very clean, tidy and well kept...More

    Thank janette k
    Antoinettecarron, Manager at Michael Cusack Centre, responded to this reviewResponded 24 July 2017

    Dear Janette, Thank you for visiting and for your very kind comments. Delighted that you enjoyed your trip. Regards, Antoinette.

    Reviewed 18 July 2017 via mobile
    Excellent centre.

    Very interesting centre and well laid out. People very nice. Well worth a visit. A must for all GAA fans

    Thank Dylan C
    Reviewed 17 April 2017
    Family trip

    Educational .interesting to discover the roots of such a widespread organisation .displays of sports ,history and culture combined

    Thank olikeane
    Reviewed 26 December 2016 via mobile
    Need a driver to get there

    The beautiful landscape of Carron in the Burren is home to Michael Cusack, founder of the GAA so it's a must see for any GAA fans. Visitors can see culture and history in restored famine era thatched cottage. There are some activities and walking trails...More

    Thank DoloresJacoby
    Antoinettecarron, Director of Sales at Michael Cusack Centre, responded to this reviewResponded 18 April 2017

    Delighted you had a pleasant experience at the centre. Thank you.

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