All The President’s Books – An exhibition by Peter Donnelly
Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge
Admission Free
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Folk Medicine – Déin Chécht’s Porridge – an exhibition by Sheena Malone
Riverbank Arts Centre Main Street, Newbridge
Admission Free
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All The President’s Books – An exhibition by Peter Donnelly
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 publisher, Nicki Howard at Gill Books. The President’s Glasses went on to become the best-selling picture book of the year and was shortlisted in the
Admission Free
Folk Medicine – Déin Chécht’s Porridge – an exhibition by Sheena Malone
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 cure’, inherited healing abilities, the concept of the bean feasa and the role of place. Inspired by the curative qualities of the Brat Bhríde, over
Admission Free
Artist Talk with Sheena Malone
Artist Talk with Sheena Malone
We warmly welcome you to a panel discussion with Visual Artist Sheena Malone and a special guest, as they explore the role of Irish folk medicine and its wider context. Inspired by her exhibition Folk Medicine, this artist talk expands on the themes present in the artworks. Looking at the historical context of folk medicine
free, booking essential