Sculpture in Context is the largest sculpture exhibition in Ireland. Showcasing sculpture for over 35 years, this annual event is organised by Sculpture in Context, an artist-led organisation, in association with the Office of Public Works and the National Botanic Gardens. Bringing together the work of more than 120 artists using a wide range of […]
Seán Ronayne: Every Song: My journey to record all of Ireland’s birds Ornithologist Seán Ronayne is on a personal mission to record the vocalisation of every bird species in Ireland. For three years, he has travelled across bogs, mountains, remote islands and native woodlands documenting nearly 200 birds, including species on the cusp of extinction. […]
Staged annually at the Gardens, Sculpture in Context is the longest running and most prestigious sculpture exhibition in Ireland, showcasing the inspiring and extraordinary work of both established and emerging artists throughout 48 acres of gardens and glasshouses. Join us for this specially curated guided tour taking in some of the outdoor sculptures and highlighting […]
International conference exploring the potential of art in outdoor environmental education. Saturday 14th October 10am - 3.30pm Join us for an extraordinary day at the National Botanic Garden in Dublin. Learn about an international project between Primary Teachers, Artists, and Scientists from Iceland, Ireland, and Lithuania. Discover the findings of this interdisciplinary collaboration working […]
Moss Week Tour: Miniature marvels – exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts Join us for a fascinating tour exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts, which includes a behind the scenes peek at the Killarney Fern House. €5 per person Tickets on Eventbrite PLEASE NOTE: This tour slot is intended for individuals and couples, […]
Moss Week Talk: Moss Week: Hidden wonders – Ireland’s mosses and liverworts Dr. Christina Campbell, National Botanic Gardens Mosses and liverworts, collectively known as bryophytes, are all around us and form a major part of Ireland’s biodiversity, but oftentimes are overlooked – their wonders are hiding in plain sight! As part of Moss Week at […]
Moss Week Tour: Miniature marvels – exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts Join us for a fascinating tour exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts, which includes a behind the scenes peek at the Killarney Fern House. €5 per person Tickets on Eventbrite PLEASE NOTE: This tour slot is intended for individuals and couples, […]
Moss Week Tour: Miniature marvels – exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts Join us for a fascinating tour exploring the realm of mosses and liverworts, which includes a behind the scenes peek at the Killarney Fern House. €5 per person Tickets on Eventbrite PLEASE NOTE: This tour slot is intended for individuals and couples, […]
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December Our traditional Christmas Craft Market returns to the Gardens. A pinch of Christmas magic will be cast over the stunning surroundings, with stalls both indoors and outdoors against the backdrop of our historic glasshouses. You will find over seventy stalls featuring an array of sustainable gift ideas, decorative craft, […]
Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th December Our traditional Christmas Craft Market returns to the Gardens. A pinch of Christmas magic will be cast over the stunning surroundings, with stalls both indoors and outdoors against the backdrop of our historic glasshouses. You will find over seventy stalls featuring an array of sustainable gift ideas, decorative craft, […]