State examines developing centre at Collins’ birthplace

THE state is exploring the possibility of developing an interpretive centre at the birthplace of Michael Collins.

State examines developing centre at Collins’ birthplace
Mon, 13 Jun, 2011 - 01:00
Eoin English

Brian Hayes, Minister of State at the Office of Public Works (OPW), will today visit Woodfield, just outside Clonakilty in West Cork, to examine the site and discuss its potential.

The site has been in state ownership for almost 20 years and is maintained by the OPW.

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