Life Under the Cloak is an exhibition of textile art that was created by over 300 primary school students from 10 Kildare primary schools in collaboration with local Textile Artist/Designer Aideen Cross.
This art work explores the life and legacy of Saint Brigid and discovers the connections she has to local areas. The young students and their teachers, guided by Aideen Cross, researched the history and legacy of Brigid’s inspiring life, reflecting on her achievements, feminine strengths and the much-loved folklore stories, all while learning new skills and gaining a real sense of place. Each of these textile art projects were child-led, from the ideas and design, to each and every stitch, showing us that given the opportunity and a little guidance what magnificent creativity can be produced within our local schools.
This exhibition is made possible thanks to the teachers, staff and students from Bunscoil Bhríde Rathangan; Scoil Bhríde Milltown; Scoil Bhríde Athgarvan; St Brigid’s Primary School Kildare; Scoil Eimhín Naofa Monasterevin; Scoil Bhríde Kill; Scoil Bhríde Kilcullen; St Brigid’s NS Ballysax; Scoil Bhríde NS Nurney; and Scoil Bhríde Clane. These projects were made possible with funding from Kildare County Council, Brigid 1500 and
Creative Ireland Bursary Award 2022.

Aideen will host Fabric Friends Workshop, for children aged 9+ years, on Saturday 15 February. Click HERE for more info.

Children’s Gallery
Monday 11 January-Saturday 15 March
Monday-Friday 9:30am-5pm | Saturday 10am-4pm
Admission Free