Where history joins hands with community
History and community have always been key elements of life in the riverfront port of Kinsale, where in 1977 three young natives came together to form the Kinsale Foundation. They envisioned a group that would welcome newcomers to the historic village and unite in protecting Kinsale’s environment -- both culturally and physically.
Kinsale Foundation & Museum Mission
In the ensuing years, the Foundation has bought property for public use, as well as focused on collecting and safe-guarding documentation of the local history. The Foundation co-hosts holiday gatherings and annual events with the Cople District Volunteer Fire Department and other organizations in town. The Museum building, which at various times housed a tavern, a butcher shop, and many other businesses, was given to the Foundation in 1989. After extensive restoration, the Kinsale Museum opened to the public in 1993. Now open every Friday and Saturday from 10AM-5PM, it’s a welcoming spot for neighbors and visitors alike to come learn more about our history.
