The National Museum of Ireland at Collins Barracks is thrilled to join the sparkling celebration of the Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights festival! This year, we’re lighting up our historic grounds with magic and wonder for all ages to enjoy.
The ‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ festival this year transforms the city centre with epic light features on iconic landmarks, buildings, bridges, trees, statues and Merrion Square Park.
It is a festive experience like no other where people of all generations can experience specially commissioned dynamic, colourful and imaginative light projections by leading artists throughout the city centre.
This year artists from all over the world were invited to submit applications for their work to feature on the National Museum of Ireland Collins Barracks building, as part of this year’s ‘Dublin City Council Dublin Winter Lights’ programme.
The competition will be judged by an esteemed panel of internationally recognised judges. Experience 360-degree video mapping and soundscapes in the historic Clarke Square of the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks.
8 international artists have created stunning visuals and graphics accompanied by soundscapes that explore the theme “Immerse Yourself”
Location: National Museum of Ireland Collins Barracks, Benburb Street, Dublin 7
From 29th Nov-15th Dec inclusive
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Special Curator’s Tour of Harry Clarke Exhibition
Join Dr Siobhán Doyle a special Curator’s Tour as she shares her unique perspective and knowledge about a brand new exhibition of Harry Clarke’s stained glass. In this 30-minute tour, Siobhán will unpack the rich narratives in Harry Clarke’s work, which is recognised internationally for its originality and impressive technical skill.
Harry Clarke’s Stained Glass is a new exhibition which features Harry Clarke’s earliest known stained glass artworks. Located on the Ground Floor in Collins Barracks, this exhibition brings together works from the collections of the National Museum of Ireland and Crawford Art Gallery to celebrate one of Ireland’s most beloved artists.