Maria Edgeworth Centre

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The Maria Edgeworth Centre

Interactive history tour in Edgeworthstown: Discover one of Ireland’s best kept literary secrets in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.

Housed in one of the oldest schools in Ireland, built in 1840. The Maria Edgeworth Centre is an inspiring interpretive centre that is home to original exhibits dating back to the 18th century. Immerse yourself in this interactive experience available in seven languages, uncover the rich history of Ireland’s early education system and the role played by the Edgeworth Family. Feedback from visitors has listed this as one of the best things to do in Edgeworthstown.

Edgeworth Literary & Heritage Trail

Historical tours in Edgeworthstown: Discover one of Ireland’s best kept literary secrets in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands.

Join a local guide to learn about the life and works of the influential novelist and educator Maria Edgeworth. Visit the charming grounds of her ancestral home and the 1840’s schoolhouse built under the patronage of the Edgeworth’s. Follow in the footsteps of historical figures, like Sir Walter Scott, William Wordsworth, Oscar Wilde and many more. Take one of our Literary Tours of Edgeworthstown and uncover their connections with the town of Edgeworthstown.

Meet the Edgeworths

Maria Edgeworth and her family is one of the most remarkable to have lived in any town in the 18th, 19th and early twentieth Centuries. Their connections to the worlds of Science, Education and Literature brought them into contact with many notable minds who they would influence or who influenced them.

Discover the Edgeworth's Bulletin

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The Famine in Edgeworthstown

March 22, 2024

Matt beside the commemoration plaque of Maria Edgeworth in England

Bodleian

In the Footsteps of Maria Edgeworth in England

January 3, 2024

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Richard Lovell Edgeworth and James Sadler

November 8, 2023

Book a Tour | Maria Edgeworth Centre

We welcome visitors from around the world. Families, groups and school tours are all welcome and catered for. Children and adults of all ages can enjoy our interactive tours and fascinating displays. Book ahead to avoid disappointment.

If you are a tour operator, get in touch today to find out how our team can cater to your tour group needs.

We invite visitors to bring a picnic to enjoy in our adjoining park. Amenities include free parking and wheelchair accessible toilets. Wheelchair access is restricted in the Centre.

Maria Edgeworth Centre - Exterior

Library Room

Family Room

School Room

St Mary's Roman Catholic Church

Walled Garden

Visit Us | Maria Edgeworth Centre

We are located in Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford

15-minute drive from Longford town

90 minutes from Dublin.

On the junction of the N4 and N55

with rail and bus links to the town.

Working hours

10.00AM – 5.00PM Tuesday – Friday
11.00AM - 5.00PM Saturday & Sunday
Xmas Dates
Closed 21st to 27th December
Open 28th to 30th December
Closed 31st December, 1st to 3rd January
Re-open January 4th

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Ballymahon Rd,
Edgeworthstown,
Co. Longford,
N39 E3C8

Please pre-book your visit over Christmas at least 24h in advance via Email or Online booking.

MondayClosed

Tuesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Adult €7.50

Children 10 to 16 €3

2 Adults & 2 Children €15

Adult is 16 years+
Family Ticket is 4 family members together
Children under ten are free but must be accompanied by an Adult

The Maria Edgeworth Centre is operated under the direction of the Edgeworthstown District Development Association (EDDA) – a Not for Profit Voluntary Community based registered charity Reg:223373. Registered Charity Number 20101916