The Hugh Lane Gallery, Parnell Square, Dublin, is a must for art lovers. See Impressionist paintings by Manet, Monet, Degas, Pissarro and Morisot, as well as the stunning Francis Bacon Studio. Enjoy the wonderful, wide-ranging collection of Irish art, and the stained glass room displaying Harry Clarke’s gorgeous masterpiece, The Eve of Saint Agnes. Meet some of the famous Irish personalities in portraiture, including WB Yeats who wrote five poems about the gallery.
The diverse and extensive contemporary collections include the Sean Scully Gallery, one of the most beautiful rooms dedicated to the work of a contemporary artist in Europe.
Francis Bacon’s legendary studio was relocated from London to Dublin in 1998 and is permanently on display, preserved exactly as it was. You will find fascinating unfinished works by Francis Bacon, items from his studio, an audio-visual room and touch screens allowing you a deeper look into the life and art of one of the most important figurative artists of the 20th century.
Hugh Lane Gallery is situated in beautiful Charlemont House built in 1763 by the 1st Earl of Charlemont, James Caulfeild. Designed by Sir William Chambers, it still retains many of its original architectural features which complement the works on exhibition.
Facilities include a bookshop and café. There is full wheelchair access and two designated disability parking spaces located directly outside the gallery.
The gallery regularly has temporary exhibitions and new displays from its collections. It also has public tours of the gallery and workshops for children and adults. Sunday concerts are a tradition at the gallery. Check the website for more details.
- Sunday Public Tours at Hugh Lane Gallery - January
Free things to doSunday Public Tours at Hugh Lane Gallery - January Join a great way to enjoy Sundays at the Hugh Lane Gallery with a free public tour every Sunday in January.
- Sunday Sketching in January
Family funSunday Sketching in January During these free Sunday sketching workshops for families Hugh Lane Gallery invite you to explore and respond to their collection and temporary exhibitions through discussion and drawing.
- Coffee Conversation: Arizona 3 by Brian Maguire
Arts and cultureCoffee Conversation: Arizona 3 by Brian Maguire Coffee Conversations are a great way to explore art in a stimulating and friendly environment. Join Hugh Lane Gallery for an illustrated talk on Wednesday 29 January 2025.
- Parent & Baby Tour at Hugh Lane Gallery
Family funParent & Baby Tour at Hugh Lane Gallery New parents are invited to join Hugh Lane Gallery on this guided tour with their babies up to the age of 1 year.
- Oppression and Identity in a Globalised World
Free things to doOppression and Identity in a Globalised World Join Hugh Lane Gallery for an evening lecture; ‘Oppression and Identity in a Globalized World’ with Raul Araujo.
- Screening: Listening for Bridget
Free things to doScreening: Listening for Bridget Join us in celebration of St. Brigid’s Day 2025. Friday 31 January 09:45 - 17:00; Saturday 1 February 13:00 - 17:00; Sunday 2 February 11:00 - 17:00
- Brigit’s Basket Crafts – Family drop-in workshop
Family funBrigit’s Basket Crafts – Family drop-in workshop Drop-in workshop with artist Michelle Hall, where children and their adults can come together to celebrate St Brigit’s Day in the beautiful surroundings of Hugh Lane Gallery’s sculpture hall.
- The Hugh Lane Gallery's extensive collection is a must for art lovers and is free.
- Francis Bacon's studio is preserved exactly as it was, showing how clutter and chaos spurred his creativity.
- Harry Clarke's stained glass masterpiece is a visual feast of rich colours.
- Offers workshops, children's activities, concerts and temporary exhibitions.
The Sundays @ Noon Concert Series take place in the beautiful Sculpture Gallery from September to June, admission is free.