The National Famine Museum in Strokestown has re-opened to the public today following a five million euro refurbishment.
The new audio and visual visitor experience boasts an upgraded museum, cafe and events centre, while guests can also enjoy the 6-acre walled gardens and mature woodlands.
The House itself re-opens for tours later in July following a major conservation project.
The partnership between Westward Holdings Ltd and the Irish Heritage Trust is expected to attract over 100,000 people in the next 10 years.
Speaking to Shannonside FM, Caroline Callery believes the re-opening will be a huge boost to the area.
"One of the gems at the heart of the Hidden Heartlands and it would relaly put us on the map and again with the National Famine way I think people just won't come for the day and begin to stay over in the area and that would be fantastic."
