Sunday 23 February 2014

Workshop at the National Gallery

150 years ago, on Saturday the 30th of January 1864, the Earl of Carlisle officially opened the National Gallery of Ireland on Merrion Square. There are lots of events including a wonderful sounding study day on Saturday 1st March and poems on the 2nd March. Have a look at the website for details. Something for everyone and most of them are free.

As part of the celebrations, I am running a Creative Writing workshop based on teasing out memories. Please spread the word and drop by if you have a spare hour. It's aimed at 55+ but in practise, all are welcome. Free.

NGI Memories Matter

As part of celebrating the Anniversary of the opening of the National Gallery of Ireland in 1864, we are encouraging all of our visitors from Ireland and overseas to share their memories of the National Gallery of Ireland with us.

What does this involve?

Recall any memory you can of visiting the Gallery: when did you visit, who came with you, what paintings did you see and what do you remember about the Gallery – we would love you to record these: in writing, in poetry, or by creating a piece of art. Please sign and date your memories. We would like to keep them for our records and we might even put some of them on the Noticeboard and Website!

Wednesday 26 February 3pm: Creative Writing in Prose or Poetry
with Kate Dempsey, Writer and Poet

Wednesday 23 April 3pm: Drawing out Memories
with Mary Kelly, Artist

Wednesday 25 June 3pm: Creative Writing in Prose or Poetry
with Kate Dempsey, Writer and Poet

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