The Aran Heritage Centre is only 3 minutes walk from the village of Kilronan. Ionad Arann has been in operation since 1992 and is situated at the rear of the old coastguard station. The modern display of models, audio-visual presentation, artefacts and old photographs give visitors a keen insight into island life. The centre also provides free toilet facilities and has a small restaurant overhead. The Heritage Centre also has regular showings of the Man of Aran film.
The Aran Centre vividly reveals the art of currach making (traditional island boat). Fishing helped the Aran Islanders of past generations eke out a precarious living. The displays show how the bare limestone was literally the bedrock on which they laid down layers of sand, seaweed, and precious soil to nurture their tender crops.
Entrance fee required.