Craggaunowen
Craggaunowen is an archaeological open-air museum in eastern County Clare, Ireland. It is named for the 16th-century castle which is one of its main components.
Creagán Eoghain | |
Conical hut on the reconstructed crannóg | |
Location within Ireland | |
Established | 1965 |
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Location | Craggaunowen, Kilmurry, County Clare, Ireland |
Coordinates | 52.811077°N 8.793654°W |
Type | open-air museum |
Founder | John Hunt |
Public transit access | none |
Nearest car park | On-site |
Website | www |
Craggaunowen is located 10 km east of Quin village. The name Craggaunowen derives from its Irish name Creagán Eoghain (Owen's little rocky hill). The site is operated by Shannon Heritage.
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