All The President’s Books is a picture book exhibition by artist Peter Donnelly based on his bestselling series of children’s books. In 2017 Peter pitched his first idea to the
This exhibition examines the contemporary and historical practice of folk medicine in Ireland. Drawing from personal interviews and archival research, traditional plant lore is combined with magico-religious beliefs about ‘the
Welcome to Puffin Rock Habitats! A habitat is a place where an animal or plant lives. It provides all the food, water and shelter they need to survive. Join our
Join this gathering of Creative Well artists, members and supporters as they reflect on their collective work in Kildare over the last 10 years, and launch their book The Creative
In Patching Femininity, artist Olga Anacka explores and challenges visual representations of femininity and the female body in western culture. Comprising a dozen embroidered tapestries, this body of work is
Join visual artist Olga Anacka and guests for an evening of art and shared experience. Inspired by the themes woven through her solo exhibition Patching Femininity, Olga questions societal expectations
Seashells, an intriguing exhibition by Greg Sinclair, invites viewers on a linguistic voyage through the whimsical world of tongue twisters. At the heart of this captivating display is a short
Following a Decade of Commemorations in Co. Kildare, it is pertinent to examine how we commemorate; how we connect to events in our past; and what value there is in
Join Bullet Points exhibition curator Paula Barrett as she chairs a panel discussion with artists Dominic Thorpe, Michael James Rowley, Claire Halpin, and member of Lord Edward’s Own Re-enactment Group,
What information do you need to cast a shadow? In the absence of sunlight is it time to cast a vote? Can you create a cast using just a long
Join us for an audibly delightful tour that will guide you through Kildare Art Collective’s exhibition ‘Cast’, which will take place in our McKenna Gallery. Facilitated by Michelle McBride, whose
Brianna Hurley and Thomas Barron Curated by Dominic Thorpe Near Faraway Places is a two person exhibition which brings together the work of artists Brianna Hurley and Thomas Barron to
This poem can… Open magical doorways Pick a lock to your heart Steal away on stormy seas Make a dragon weep. E. R. Murray Poetry can open magical doorways. Doorways
What’s The Occasion? is an engaging solo exhibition by Kildare artist Kym Tracey. This exhibition showcases a collection of original paintings, drawings and sculptures, inspired by celebrations, occasions and key
Artist Noel Hensey presents an artist talk with a difference. Part artist talk, part stand-up comedy routine and part satire on the artworld, Hensey dives into the realities of life
The house is more than bricks and mortar. It is ‘our first universe.’ ‘Dwelling’ exhibition explores the art of worldmaking; a process that nurtures agency, belonging and selfhood where household
This solo exhibition of work by Saidhbhín Gibson features groupings of elements which are interconnected with themselves and with the viewer. The shrinking habitats of, and the apathy towards, the
H U D D L E is a roving, inclusive event for the discussion around contemporary art and associative narratives. It was devised and is chaired by Saidhbhín Gibson. The
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
Beauty Myths is a collaborative project between Olga Anacka and Riverbank Arts Centre, inviting the artist to undertake an Art Residency, Open Studio, and Exhibition at the McKenna Gallery. With
