Visitors of all ages are enthralled by stories of medieval Ireland, the fascinating King family and the history of the highly respected Connaught Rangers. Set in this magnificent, sensitively restored Georgian Mansion, our exhibitions really bring the past to life.
Life sized figures, interactive displays and activities all serve to tell the varied role this intriguing house has played over the centuries.
We are proud to house the McAleese Collection and the Boyle Civic Art Collection at King House and we have a lovely exhibition dedicated to Boyle’s own Maureen O’Sullivan, who was born just yards from King House.
You will find that our welcoming staff are very passionate about the history of King House and Boyle and are on hand to guide you through the house in a fun, informative way. A tour of the house will take you approximately 60 minutes, but we find most people stay for much longer as they explore this unique exhibition.
Visitor Guides are available in French, German, Italian and Spanish.
Find out more about the activities and visitor attractions here in Roscommon.
We are proud to house the McAleese Collection and the Boyle Civic Art Collection at King House.
The bustling courtyard at King House is home to the King House Tearooms, the Boyle Library and a vibrant Farmers Market is held every Saturday.
Exhibitions at King House tell the story of Gaelic Ireland, before the King family arrived in Boyle and explore the role King House and Boyle played during the struggle for Irish Independence.
Meet the founding members of the King family, enjoy the grandeur of this Georgian Mansion and discover how it was adapted to become headquarters to the Connaught Rangers.
King house is the perfect setting for an intimate wedding and is a fully-licensed civil wedding venue.
Open to the public for tours Easter Saturday & Easter Monday then from May to October 2025
MONDAY TO SATURDAY
11.00am-5.00pm
(Last Admission: 4pm)
SUNDAY
11.00am-4.00pm
(Last Admission: 3pm)
Closed Mondays in May & Sept
We welcome group bookings and school tours all year around. Tours can be tailored to the needs of your group and your learning objectives.
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