Allihies Copper Mine Museum

The Allihies Copper Mine Museum explores the mining of copper ore from ancient prehistoric times right up the 19th century in the West Cork area. The exhibits are interactive with videos and information that expain the technology involved, the geology of mining copper and type of people who worked in the mining industry. There is also a range of artefacts from the period including mining tools and equipment.
 
Website: www.acmm.ie
 
Address:
 
Allihies,

Beara Peninsula,

Co Cork

Telephone: +353 (0)27 73218
 
Click here  to see a map show Allilhies Copper Mine Museum.
 
Opening Times: Daily Apr-Oct, Admission fee

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