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The Station House Museum: A Journey Through Clifden's Past

Explore Clifden's heritage at The Station House Museum: Discover the railway's history, Connemara ponies, and Alcock & Brown's transatlantic flight!

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Housed in Clifden's former railway station, The Station House Museum offers a glimpse into the town's history, its founder John D'Arcy, the Galway-Clifden railway line, the Connemara Pony, and the story of Alcock and Brown's first transatlantic flight. Exhibits include artifacts, photographs, and models showcasing local traditions and the impact of the railway.

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  • Station House Courtyard, Galway Rd, Clifden, Clifden, Co. Galway, H71 AK52, IE
  • +3539521494

Local tips

  • Check the museum's opening hours, as they vary depending on the season.
  • Consider a guided tour for a more in-depth understanding of the exhibits.
  • Combine your visit with a walk around the Station House Courtyard, which features shops and restaurants.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The Station House Museum is located in the Station House Courtyard on Galway Road, a short walk from Clifden town center. From the center of town, walk east along Main Street, which becomes Galway Road. The museum will be on your left within the courtyard.

  • Public Transport

    Clifden is accessible by bus from Galway. Citylink and Bus Éireann operate regular services. From the Clifden bus stop, walk east along Main Street/Galway Road for a few minutes. The Station House Courtyard will be on your left.

  • Taxi

    Taxis are available in Clifden. A short taxi ride from anywhere in Clifden town to the Station House Museum should cost approximately €8-€12. Taxi services include Connemara Taxi Company and Clifden Taxi Ian.

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The Station House Museum, located in the heart of Clifden, provides visitors with a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the rich history of Connemara. The museum is situated in the original Clifden railway station, which opened in 1895 and played a crucial role in connecting Clifden to other parts of Ireland. The Galway-Clifden railway operated from 1895 to 1935, carrying freight and passengers through Connemara. The museum's exhibits delve into various aspects of Clifden's past, including the history of Clifden and its founder John D'Arcy, the Connemara Pony, the Galway to Clifden railway line, Millars Mill, and Alcock and Brown's first transatlantic flight. Visitors can explore artifacts reflecting local traditions like fishing and agriculture, as well as displays on Clifden Castle. The museum also features a photographic exhibition on the Marconi wireless station. The museum consists of three parts: the original station building, a restored railway carriage, and an outdoor exhibition area. In the station building, you can explore exhibits showcasing the history and heritage of the railway, including photographs, maps, documents, artifacts, and models. You can also watch a short film that recreates the journey from Galway to Clifden in the 1920s. The railway carriage allows you to experience what it was like to travel on the Galway-Clifden line, furnished with authentic seats, luggage racks, lamps, and posters from the period. The outdoor exhibition area displays original features of the railway station, such as the water tower, the turntable, and the signal cabin. You can also admire a replica of the Vickers Vimy biplane that Alcock and Brown flew across the Atlantic Ocean and landed near Clifden in 1919.

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