William Blake, a visionary artist and poet, was a defining force in Romanticism. His imaginative and unconventional works continue to inspire today. This exhibition, curated by Tate in partnership with the National Gallery of Ireland, presents a selection of Blake’s most iconic works of art, alongside paintings and drawings by his contemporaries....
Twisted Tales Of the Darker Side of Ireland. A 60 minute long, Adults-Only Storytelling Experience. Listen to the macabre, gruesome and obscure tales from Ireland’s darkest myths and legends, performed by one of our talented Storytellers. Tours leave every 30 minutes from 19:00 -20:30, Thursday – Saturday. Strictly 18+ – ID may...
Solomon Fine Art is delighted to host an exhibition of new paintings by award-winning artist Comhghall Casey. In this much anticipated solo exhibition, his first in four years, Casey presents a new body of masterful studies in oil which observe in detail the extraordinary qualities of ordinary items. Casey’s intimate and...
Join curator Dr Linda King for a tour and discussion of the exhibition ‘Come Fly with Me: Aviation, tourism and Irish design’. ‘Come Fly with Me’ looks at the developing design landscape in Ireland during the 1940s, 50s, and 60s through the lens of aviation and tourism-related graphic design. With...
Sei Green are bringing their groovy, soulful music to the National Museum of Ireland - Collins Barracks. We invite you to enjoy a unique outdoor concert of music that resonates both emotionally, sonically, and visually. About Sei Green Sei Green is a new Dublin-based music duo comprising Ellen Sleator and Adam Garrett. Blending soulful...
In this exhibition, more than seventy photographs and images have been carefully curated from the Band Aid Trust Archive, generously donated to the National Library of Ireland (NLI) in 2017. Enjoy a visit to the Live Aid Exhibition at the NPA, open from 5:00pm to 8:30pm (last admission at 8:15pm). Located in...
Join The Museum of Ireland for late opening until 20:00 on the last Thursday of every month* at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks and Kildare Street. Enjoy a special evening experience with something for everyone-whether you’re passionate about history, art, or simply looking for a unique night out...
On Thursday 30 July join IMMA for an insightful film screening and in-conversation event with artists Marianne Keating and Yvonne McGuinness. Presented as part of Dublin by Dusk, a city-wide initiative that invites you to experience Dublin city late on the last Thursday of every month. PLEASE NOTE: This...
Explore one of Ireland’s great literary spaces, usually reserved for researchers with an NLI Reader’s Ticket. Visit the Reading Room at the National Library of Ireland on Kildare Street, open from 5:00pm to 8:30pm (last admission at 8:15pm), and experience the historic building after hours. The Reading Room will remain...
Experience one of the best evening attractions in Dublin’s Docklands. During Dublin By Dusk, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum offers visitors the chance to explore Irish history after hours, making it an ideal option for date nights, after-work activities, cultural evenings and summer experiences in Dublin city centre. This new city-wide initiative that...
Explore the exhibitions of glittering gold and silver artefacts, and the archaeological mysteries of Ireland’s national archaeological collection.Tours will discuss the stories of discovery of some of Ireland’s most famous objects, such as the Coggalbeg Lunula, Broighter Hoard and the ‘Tara' Brooch and some of the less well-known gems, such as the mysterious...
We will be open from 5pm to 9pm, inviting visitors to step back in time and experience life in Viking and Medieval Dublin. Explore the museum after hours with engaging guided tours and Living Historians who bring the city’s fascinating past vividly to life. Get your tickets at the door,...
Learn how the printing press changed the world on an evening visit to the National Print Museum. The National Print Museum will open late on the last Thursday of every month from June to October. Explore the Museum after hours and discover Ireland’s printing heritage in a unique evening setting....
What makes Windmill Lane Recording Studios such an inspirational and unique place to tour is that you get to explore the same studios the best musicians in the world experience. Learn how tracks are put together. Mix your own session with their virtual band. Discover the history and hear the...
Unleash your creativity while enjoying a drink with the glow of neon colours, music, and a lively atmosphere. Our events are designed for maximum fun and no experience is needed to take part.
Join The National Gallery for a specially curated evening in collaboration with the Embassy of Spain in Ireland. Enjoy an evening of activities at the Gallery, including live music, tours, wine-tasting, a film screening, a drop-in workshop and a Meet the Makers event . Presented in collaboration with the Embassy...
If you are a lover of lettering or want to learn a new skill, we would love you to join us in learning the basic techniques of modern calligraphy. You’ll start by learning how to use your pen holder and nib and what materials work best. Then we will get...