Kenmare Lace Experience

The Kenmare Lace Experience is a museum in Kenmare, entirely dedicated to the art of Irish lace. It must be said that Kenmare is specialized since 1861 in the art of fine lace! Also, the museum proposes you to discover this secular art, and to learn the rudiments of lacemaking.

Visit the Kenmare Lace Experience

A museum dedicated to Irish lace

The museum invites you to dive into the heart of the 19th century, a time when many nuns became masters in the art of lacemaking. While this activity was a simple hobby for them, their skills quickly became an art, which they loved to teach to the local people of Kenmare.

The museum offers you the opportunity to make the most of this craft and admire unique pieces. From the art of hand-made lace to its complete industrialization, you will know everything about the art of lacemaking! In short, a fascinating museum if you like manual arts!

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