Kerry County Museum

The Kerry County Museum is housed in the Ashe Memorial Hall and displays objects spanning different periods of the region's past. The spaces show prehistoric finds, medieval items, and other evidence of how life developed in Kerry over thousands of years.

The museum was established in 1992 and opened with archaeological displays from the region's early periods. Over time it expanded its collections and added reconstructions of historical places to help visitors understand how communities developed.

The collection reflects how people in Kerry lived and worked across different periods, from farming tools to household items that shaped daily routines. These objects reveal the strong connection between the region's people and their landscape over time.

The best time to visit is in the morning when the galleries are less crowded and you can explore at a comfortable pace. The facility is within walking distance of the town center and has seating areas where you can rest between exhibition spaces.

A distinctive section of the museum lets visitors walk through recreated medieval streets and experience the sounds and smells of a historic community. This reconstruction is based on historical records and archaeological research about Tralee in earlier centuries.

Location: Tralee

Inception: 1992

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Website: http://kerrymuseum.ie

GPS coordinates: 52.26690,-9.70590

Latest update: December 12, 2025 16:41