History and Museums

County Mayo on the West Coast of Ireland

Here you will find links to historical articles related to County Mayo and you can visit the 'Museums of Mayo website' for information on the museums.

As well as the links there are also many historical articles under the various towns and communities.

A short introduction and History
An Outline History of Mayo also divided into smaller sections:
Folklore of East Mayo - gathered in a project based in Mayo Abbey
Articles in the Connaught Telegraph
- Lord Frederick Cavendish: Champion of the 0ppressed by Tom Kelly
- Forgotten Man of History: James Daly, the Telegraph's most celebrated editor
- Michael Davitt: Mayo's Most Famous Son
- 1852 in Mayo
- Titanic - Irish survivor becomes nun.
- Titanic - the Mayo connection . .
- Castlebar - Linenhall History
The Great Famine in Co Mayo 1845 - 1849
Mayo Abbey a small village that gave its name to County Mayo
Charlestown history section has interesting accounts of some of its main characters as well as an excellent photo gallery from yesteryear
Mayo Heritage web site
Where The Sun Sets - History of North Mayo
Moores of Moorehall
Westport The Tear and The Smile - nostalgia, laughter and tears, that recalls a time when Westport was young but growing
Mayo Comrades of The Great War - this book covers the period of First World War and is a monumental piece of historical research that has reference to almost every parish in Mayo
On a Wing and a Prayer - The Story of Knock Airport - the definitive book on the building of Knock Airport, with all the inside details, the political intrigue surrounding the project, the opposition and support, and the success it turned out to be. The author Terry Reilly covered the unfolding story as it actually happened and knew all the central characters involved.
Mayo - A Proud County - this book gives a glimpse of County Mayo, its past and its present, people, places and enterprise. It is a colourful compilation of magnificent photographs from many corners of the county and references many famous Mayo people.
Claremorris in Restrospection - a little history and a few memories of Claremorris in times when virtue, character and a sense of responsibility and common pride were as prized as expensive houses, fancy cars and high social status. A valuable resource for people in and around Claremorris.