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Pastoral in landscape, County Monaghan represents the agricultural best of Ireland. Located in Ulster province, but not actually part of Northern Ireland, its citizens claim strong ties, through emigration, to various places in Canada, including Prince Edward Island.
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This County Monaghan business exhibits and sells the results of the popular, centuries old craft known as Carrickmacross Lace. It originated in the town of the same name in 1820, when a woman named Mrs. Grey Porter returned from…

This centre of history and literature is dedicated to the memory of County Monaghan’s most famous writer. It houses memorabilia from his lifetime as well as items that provide the visitor with a thorough education on the local history…

Known as one of Ireland’s most beautiful forest and nature areas, Carnagh Forest Park features walking trails framed by a wide selection of tree species – both deciduous and coniferous. Adjacent lakes are populated with plenty of perch and…

St. Patrick’s Church at Corracrin is located on the Dublin Road near the village of Emyvale in County Monaghan. Its churchyard is well known as the burial place of Canon Patrick Moynagh, a priest who helped many local citizens…

The estate at Hilton Park has been the site of a grand house ever since the early 1600’s. Originally named Kilshanless, it was also called Maddenton before it was christened as Hilton Park in the late 18th century.
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Located in Monaghan Town, this centre tells the inspiring story of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Louis, a religious order that served people throughout Monaghan County during the latter part of the 1800’s.
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This hill outside Glaslough in County Monaghan was the site of a Viking Fort in the 10th century. Here the invaders staged attacks on Old Donagh Church. A significant strategic area for battle, Drumbanagher Hill is most widely remembered…

Monaghan Town is the administrative centre for the county of the same name. With a population of about 6,000, it is known for its furniture, poultry and mushroom production.
The architecture of the town buildings is sturdy and…

Considered one of the finest in Ireland, the Monaghan County Museum houses a vast collection of exhibits, ranging from megalithic artifacts to contemporary art. Winner of both the National and European Museum Awards in 1980, it serves the county…