'I had my existence. I was there.
Me in place and the place in me.'
Seamus Heaney, A Herbal
Life
Discover how Seamus Heaney’s formative years in the Bellaghy area shaped his life and were a source of inspiration throughout his career. Our exhibition is packed with poetry, photographs and stories that take you to the heart of Heaney’s life and work.
Literature
Browse our library, where you will see on display hundreds of books donated by the Heaney family from Seamus Heaney’s own collection, or immerse yourself in our exploration of the poet’s words, rhythm and rhyme.
Inspiration
Savour a piece of theatre, music or poetry in our performance space, The Helicon, or get hands on with a range of engaging arts and crafts activities that will soon get the creativity flowing for kids and adults alike. Be inspired by your visit.
Upcoming Events
Seamus Heaney Exhibition
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of Seamus Heaney, and explore through his words and
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Heaney on Camera: A Special Archive Screening
Presented in association with BBC Rewind Marie-Louise Kerr presents an evening of short films
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Silver Bracelet Making
Following on from her incredibly popular Necklace and Earring Making workshop last season. goldsmith
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BBC Radio Ulster Irish Music Icons with Cara Dillon
BBC Radio Ulster’s ‘Irish Music Icons’ has been celebrating our greatest artists with a
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The HomePlace Book Club
With Carol O’Doherty and Patricia Broderick A story is always better if
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Rewilding The Mind: An Evening with Manchán Magan
‘(He) connects language to landscape and routes it back to our beating hearts’ –
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Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop
Join Clive Lyttle from Welig Heritage Crafts at this special time of year to
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Joan Baez: I Am A Noise – Film Screening
Presented in conjunction with Art for Human Rights, Magnolia Pictures & Mead Street Films Seamus
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Joan Baez: I Am A Noise – Film Screening
Presented in conjunction with Art for Human Rights, Magnolia Pictures & Mead Street FilmsSeamus Heaney
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Joan Baez In Conversation with Paul Muldoon
The legendary Joan Baez is as well known for her folk music as she
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Open Ground Guided Experience
Open Ground is a unique visitor experience centred on five locations.
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Christmas at the HomePlace Hearth
With Anthony Toner, Neil Martin and guests The festive season just wouldn’t
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Dave Duggan: Jouneywork, A Creative Life
In conversation with Kathy Donaghy and featuring screenings of Dance Lexie Dance and Tumble
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Arthur Smith & Clare Ferguson Walker: Two Poets and a Packet of Crisps
Two poets from different planets have been crash landing onto stages across the U.K
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Kieran Goss and Annie Kinsella
Although Kieran Goss has long been considered one of Ireland's leading singer/songwriters, it was
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Barbara Dickson and Nick Holland with Special Guest Anthony Toner
In this special acoustic performance Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her
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