An excellent web site for researching family histories in the Co. Offaly area

detailed history of the Parsons family is another excellent source of information on family roots.

Heritage Island is a marketing consortium of the most prestigious visitor attractions in Ireland, North and South. This comprehensive web site gives full details on the centres which range from historic houses, castles, gardens, theme parks, museums, interpretative centres and aquariums.

Museums.com includes a search engine for galleries, museums and science centres.

World Famous Science Museum, London, UK.