Michael Collins Birthplace

The Michael Collins Birthplace is a historic cottage and National Monument located in Kilkerranmore, County Cork, Ireland, just 8 km east of Rosscarbery. This site is significant as the birthplace of the renowned Irish revolutionary leader Michael Collins, born in 1890. The cottage, built of local stone, retains its original structure despite being partially destroyed in 1921. It was opened to the public in 1990 and offers visitors a glimpse into the early life of Collins and the historical context of his upbringing. The site is maintained by the Office of Public Works, making it an important destination for tourists and researchers interested in Irish history.