Sir William Orpen: A Family Legacy, curated by Dominic Lee. William Orpen Archives. Goddard Orpen: A Vision of a 19th Century Lensman, curated by Jeremy Hill, Monksgrange Archives. Sir William Orpen: A Family Legacy, curated by Dominic Lee. William Orpen Archives. Throughout his career as an artist, Stillorgan-born artist Sir William Orpen’s work captured and epitomised […]
Savour artisanal delights and discover unique crafts at our lively food and craft market! Indulge in culinary treats while browsing handmade treasures crafted by local artisans. Join us! Upcoming market dates include: Sunday 7th April, 10am - 5pm. Sunday 5th May, 10am - 5pm. Monday 6th May, 10am - 5pm. Sunday 7th July, 10am - […]
Did Ireland have an empire? This lecture looks at how empire shaped Ireland and how people – Catholic and Protestant – from Ireland then made – and unmade – empires. I’ll explore four interconnected themes, that underpin my book, Making Empire: Ireland, Imperialism and the early modern world. First, Ireland was England’s oldest colony and […]
Join us on a guided walking tour of Farmleigh Estate. Learn about the development of the extensive pleasure grounds, with Victorian, Edwardian and contemporary ornamental features, walled and sunken gardens and scenic lakeside views. Thursday 25th April, 3.30pm. (Postponed) Friday 26th April, 11am & 3.30pm. (Weather permitting.) Tours last approx. 45 min to an hour. […]
Aoibhe Kettle, Naoise Kettle and Senan Shortall are a trio of multi-instrumentalists from Co. Laois. With strong roots in Irish music and a grounded traditional sound, they like to experiment, fusing contemporary and world styles of music into their performances. Aoibhe is an accomplished harpist and fiddle player with many All-Ireland accolades to her name. She […]
The Experience Japan Hanami Festival is a free, family-friendly day out where you can enjoy and celebrate Japanese–Irish culture! The event follows the Japanese tradition of hanami (花見), where friends come together to watch flowers blossom and mark the beginning of Spring. Join us in the beautiful grounds of Farmleigh House to witness performances, demonstrations, […]
Dublin Painting & Sketching Club celebrate their 150th anniversary with an exhibition of drawings and paintings in Farmleigh's Cowshed Theatre. Running from the 4th to the 19th of May (closed Monday 13th,) 11am - 4pm.
Savour artisanal delights and discover unique crafts at our lively food and craft market! Indulge in culinary treats while browsing handmade treasures crafted by local artisans. Join us! Upcoming market dates include: Sunday 7th April, 10am - 5pm. Sunday 5th May, 10am - 5pm. Monday 6th May, 10am - 5pm. Sunday 7th July, 10am - […]