St Peter's Cork

Open 10am to 5pm

The history of St. Peter’s Church dates back to 1270 when King Henry III granted patronage of the church to the Bishop of Cork. St. Peter’s church was deconsecrated in 1949 and since then has developed into a visitor centre celebrating Cork’s heritage and culture. The building remained dilapidated until 1988 when Cork City Council took on the task of restoring this historic building as a public cultural facility.

In 2016, the facility management company L.W. Management were awarded the management contract for St. Peter’s to be operated as a public heritage and arts visitor space in Cork City Centre. The current exhibitions and secret garden all help to tell the tale of the fabulous history of Cork.

By a Treaty Divided- The Civil War in Cork. Military Historian Gerry White will give a talk on the War in Cork at 12pm. No booking required.

Guided tours of St. Peter's Cork will take place from 1.30pm to 2pm. No booking required.

Dark Times, Dark Deeds, Long Shadows: The Experiences of Some Women in Revolutionary Years. A Talk by Historian Anne Twomey will take place at 2.30pm. No booking required.