St George’s Heritage and Visitors Centre display documents spanning 150 years of history of Co Leitrim and tell the story of the Great Famine.
St. George’s Church, built in 1827, has been a place of Church of Ireland worship for nearly 200 years. In 2005, the Church was restored and refurbished. The refurbishment of St. George’s Church included the building of a new heritage centre.
Visitors are welcome as part of the St. George’s Tour to view a video presentation. Leitrim –Enduring and Enchanting and the Seamus Geraghty Collection donated to Carrick-on-Shannon including original papers belonging to the Clements Estate (Lord Leitrim).
A Visit to Famine Work and Memorial Garden of remembrance a tranquil place with plaques, water features, and benches to sit and reflect on the poor souls who perished during the famine
