The Cavan County Museum, housed in a former convent built in 1872, is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the cultural and historical heritage of County Cavan. The museum’s impressive exhibitions provide insights into the region’s past within the broader context of Irish history. Visitors can explore the museum’s award-winning WWI Trench Experience, a meticulously recreated outdoor exhibit reflecting the manual used by the Irish Guards and Royal Irish Fusiliers at the Somme. Additional exhibitions include "The 1916 Rising," "Battle of the Somme," and "Road to War - Path to Reflection."