|
The Story of Mann is a collection of Manx National Heritage's attractions
based around the culture, history and heritage of the Isle of Man.
|
 |
The Story of Mann begins at the Island's Treasure House ('Thie Tashtee Vannin'
in Manx), the Manx Museum. Located in Douglas,
the capital of the Isle of Man.
The museum is also the home of Manx National Heritage and the National archive
Library. Here visitors can follow the history of the island from 10,000 years
ago to the present.
|
 |
Moving south the Story of Mann takes us to the village of Ballasalla. There
a once grand religious site existed. Now in partial ruins, Rushen Abbey
tells its story through an interactive Museum and archeological site.
|
 |
Then it is on to Castle Rushen, the mediaeval
(medieval) castle located in
the old capital of Mann, Castletown. Once the home of the Kings and Lords of
Man, it still remains in official use as a court house.
|
 |
The Story of Mann continues in Castletown at the Old Grammar School. Which
started its life as a town church in around 1200 AD, and later became a school.
Step back in time and experience the one room schoolhouse. Sit on the same
benches used by children all those years ago.
|
 |
Continuing on in Castletown, the Story of Mann moves to the Old House of Keys.
Once the seat of the Manx Government, the building now houses an interactive
presentation where visitors can play a role in old style government.
|
 |
The last stop of the Story of Mann in Castletown can be found at the Nautical Museum, where there is a wealth of history about
the island's maritime past.
Find out about the Peggy, the 18th century yacht with an interesting tale
to tell.
|
 |
Situated on the west side of the island in a remote location is the wonderful
little bay of Niarbyl. The most recent
addition to the Story of Mann. Get away from the action and enjoy a nice walk
and maybe a light meal at the cafe.
|
 |
The Story of Mann now moves on to Cregneash,
near Port Erin. This small
village tells of Manx farmers and crofters of the Isle of Man. In Cregneash
the old Manx way of life is preserved and many of the traditional Manx
crafts, skills and traditions continue to be practiced.
|
 |
On to the tip of the south at the Sound of Mann. There visitors can enjoy
coastal walks, the Sound Visitor Centre and Cafe, as well as bird and seal watching.
|
 |
Moving along to the west coast of the island. The Story of Mann continues in
the city of Peel. Where the history of the Celts and Vikings can be
experienced at the House of Manannan. An
exciting interactive museum for all the family.
|
 |
The Story of Mann continues in Peel on St Patrick's Isle at Peel Castle. There an audio tour takes visitors around the ancient
islet and tells its long and troubled past.
|
 |
And now on north and east, as the Story of Mann moves to Ramsey. There the
Grove Rural Life Museum (Gibbs of the Grove)
awaits visitors. Once a family
home of the Gibbs, the house and lands now recreate Victorian life on the
island.
|
 |
The Story of Mann moves down south now and to the Great Laxey Wheel and Mines.
Once known as the world largest waterwheel and deepest mines, the site now
serves as a working memory to a once large industry.
|
