Kilbrittain Historical Society made a trip west to Skibbereen Heritage Centre today the 20th July 2024. The group were welcomed and looked after by William Casey of Skibbereen Historical Society. Terri Kearney manager of the centre gave the group an outstanding presentation on the Famine Story. Her passion and knowledge on the subject had the… Continue reading Skibbereen Trip July 2024 The Famine Story
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May 2024 Visit to The Galley Head Lighthouse
Thanks to all members who came on our first outdoor trip to The Galley Head on Friday evening the 24th May 2024. SIncere thanks to Gerald Butler for giving the Society a history of the Galley Head Lightohouse and a unique opportunity to climb to the top of the lighthouse. Amazing views of the ocean… Continue reading May 2024 Visit to The Galley Head Lighthouse
Kilbrittain Historical Society Journal Vol 7
The seventh volume of the Kilbrittain Historical Society Journal includes a diverse range of interesting topics, such as the second part of the history of the Leabhar Mac Carthaigh Riabhach ( also known as The Book of Lismore), the son of a Kilbrittain emigrant who became JFK’s election agent, part 2 of a study on… Continue reading Kilbrittain Historical Society Journal Vol 7
KBS Journal Volume 6 for sale
Our series of historical journals continues to showcase the rich
heritage of Kilbrittain. Its deep history is mined by our superb
contributors, who kindly give of their time and expertise to produce
articles that will help future generations to understand their past.
Kilbrittain’s Brigadier Charles Hurley
Online Mass in St. Patrick’s Church Kilbrittain was offered for the soul of Kilbrittain’s patriot, Brigadier Charles Hurley (1893-1921)
Membership 2021
Existing society members and new members wishing to join can now pay their society membership for 2021 online