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18November Saturday
Afternoon Event,Exhibition,Talks

Martina O’Brien – In Conversation – Closing Event

Time: Saturday, November 18, 2023 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm / Free, booking required
Art & Science + the work of Martina O’Brien: Lunchtime closing event – 1.30-3pm, Saturday 18th November   1.30pm – 2pm Join us for an afternoon where art and science connect in two talks, the first with Martina O’Brien and Ocean Law & Policy Researcher of the TBA21 Academy, Mekhala Dave.   2pm-2.15pm break to view the […]
17November Friday
Morning Event,Talks

Alzheimers & Dementia Azure on Midnight Zone

Time: Friday, November 17, 2023 11:00 am - 12:00 pm / Free, booking required
Join a lively and reflective discussion with artist Claire Halpin, in a participant-centred session, its ambition to create inclusive discussion around artwork.   Using Visual Thinking Strategies, the session is more a discussion where you can offer your opinion in what is going on in the artwork.   No prior knowledge or experience is needed […]
08November Wednesday
Adult,Evening Event,Talks

Ekow Eshun – In the Black Fantastic – Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence

Time: Wednesday, November 8, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / €6, Booking required
Ekow Eshun In the Black Fantastic Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence/Lecture 4 Wednesday 8th November 7pm Tea, Coffee, Prosecco Reception 7.45pm Lecture, 8.30pm Q + A After Hours at the Museum   Join us this October and November to hear some of the most interesting voices in the visual arts sphere in Ireland and […]
07November Tuesday
Afternoon Event,Exhibition,Talks

Once Upon a Time – Jean Ryan explores Martina O’Brien’s creative process

Time: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm / €5, Booking required
Returning again now in 2023, Jean Ryan brings you closer to the ideas, thoughts, processes and theory considering our temporary exhibitions.   Our fifth and final talk of 2023 sees Jean focusing on Martina O’Brien’s exhibition, Midnight Zone, running to the 18th of November.   Please note places are limited and are charged €5 per person. […]
03November Friday
Exhibition,Families & Children,Morning Event,Workshop

Children’s Midterm Workshop: Art Aquariums

Time: Friday, November 3, 2023 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm / €8, Booking required
Children’s Midterm Workshop – Friday 3rd November, 1.30pm-3pm   Shells, stones and sand, oh my!   Taking inspiration from the diversity of colours and textures of the deep ocean and Martina O’Brien’s exhibition, midnight zone, children will deep dive into the depths of the Ocean floor using memory and their imaginations, and some of the exhibition’s […]
01November Wednesday
Adult,Evening Event,Talks

Luke Gibbons – The Language of Vision – Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence

Time: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / €6, Booking required
Luke Gibbons The Language of Vision: Irish and American Art in the Work of Brian O’Doherty Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence/Lecture 3 – Wednesday 1st November 7pm Tea, Coffee, Prosecco Reception 7.45pm – Lecture, 8.30pm Q + A After Hours at the Museum   Join us this October and November to hear some of […]
Adult,Morning Event,Talks

‘A History of Drogheda’ -A Five Week Wednesday Course with Brendan Matthews

Time: Wednesday, November 1, 2023 November 1, 2023 - November 29, 2023
This November, banish the dark winter thoughts and join us on Wednesday mornings for tea, coffee, and connection for a spectacular five-week course presented by Community Historian and Historical Researcher, Brendan Matthew, looking at the history of Drogheda.   In the relaxed atmosphere using primary source material including maps, documents, artefacts, etc. this course will […]
25October Wednesday
Adult,Evening Event,Talks

Jennifer Higgie – The Other Side – Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence

Time: Wednesday, October 25, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / €6, Booking required
Jennifer Higgie The Other Side: A discussion about women, art and the spirit world Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence/Lecture 2 – Wednesday 25th October 7pm Tea, Coffee, Prosecco Reception 7.45pm – Lecture, 8.30 Q + A After Hours at the Museum   Join us this October and November to hear some of the most […]
19October Thursday
Adult,Evening Event,Talks

Róisín Kennedy Art & the Nation State – Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence

Time: Thursday, October 19, 2023 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm / €6, Booking required
Róisín Kennedy – Art and the Nation State – The Reception of Modern Art in Ireland Winter Brights – Ideas & Influence/Lecture 1 Thursday 19th October 7pm Tea, Coffee, Prosecco Reception 7.45pm Lecture, 8.30pm Q + A After Hours at the Museum   Join us this October and November to hear some of the most […]
17October Tuesday
Families & Children,Morning Event,Workshop

Parent & Toddler Gallery Workshop – connect & explore informally

Time: Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:00 am - 12:30 pm / €5, Booking required
Tuesday 17th October 11-12.30pm   Artists Caoimhe and Jenny will take you and your little one on an immersive underwater creative journey in response to Martina O’Brien’s solo exhibition midnight zone.   You will explore her work using your senses through print, college, drawing and mixed media while connecting with other families within the exhibition […]