The Michael Davitt Museum is situated on the N58 road between Ballyvary and Foxford in the beautiful and historic hamlet of Straide, Co Mayo.
The museum is located in a beautifully restored pre-Penal Church that was utilised before to the introduction of the 1690s Penal laws, often known as popery laws.
The Michael Davitt Visitor Centre contains the magnificent Straide Abbey grounds, which, together with parking and a picnic space, make it an excellent location for one of the best family days out in Mayo.
The Museum’s staff is informed and welcoming. We greet you with a free film and guided tour of the exhibits and the abbey; we can also assist you with genealogical research. We look forward to seeing you.
The Michael Davitt Museum has a large collection of historical artefacts, including original papers, photographs, Land Acts, letters, postcards, posters, rosary beads, and other things related to Michael Davitt’s life and work with the National Land League. Davitt was a social reformer, MP, novelist, GAA Patron, Glasgow Celtic FC Patron, labour leader, and worldwide humanitarian. He is the most renowned son of Mayo and Ireland’s greatest patriot.
