'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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The HomePlace Book Club
With Carol O’Doherty and Patricia Broderick A story is always better if
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Raymond Antrobus & Rachel Long: Reading and Conversation
Seamus Heaney HomePlace is delighted to welcome two of the UKs most exciting young
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Northern Chronicles: A Conversation with Gerald Dawe and Guests
‘Extraordinary consistency; a tone world and sensibility sustained with absolute integrity. Emotional intelligence will
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Nature Printing Workshop with Ruth Osborne
This workshop draws upon the historical process of printing known as ‘Nature Printing’, using
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Patrick Radden Keefe in Conversation
‘Where to be saved you only must save face And whatever you say, you
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Peggy Seeger and Calum MacColl in Concert
‘A trailblazer, both in her musical life and in her fiercely independent spirit’
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Carol Ann Duffy and Friends, with Theo Dorgan, Paula Meehan & Colm Mac Con Iomaire
Featuring Theo Dorgan, Paula Meehan and music from Colm Mac Con Iomaire 'In the
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100 Poems: A Celebration with Sinéad Morrissey, Daljit Nagra and Zaffar Kunial
Chaired by Eamonn HughesSeamus Heaney HomePlace is delighted to celebrate the publication of the
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Place & Displacement: Heaney’s Engagement with his Home Place and Adopted Homes
A LECTURE BY DR RICHARD RANKIN RUSSELL What does it mean to listen to
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Bernie McGill & Rosemary Jenkinson in Conversation
In Conversation with Emma Warnock Seamus Heaney HomePlace is delighted to welcome two of
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Political Journalism in the Modern Age: Stephen Walker, Suzanne Breen & Mark Carruthers
With Mark Carruthers, Suzanne Breen and Stephen Walker ‘On the high wires of first
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Creative Writing Workshop: Summer Home with Bernie McGill
Join facilitator Bernie McGill for a writing workshop in the Moyola Hall and Sensory
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Summer Sundays in the Back Yard: Brigid O’Neill
Following on from the success of last year’s Summer Sunday performances in The Back
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Silver Stacking Rings
With Diane Lyness Following on from her incredibly popular linked bracelet-making workshop last season,
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So Sing On with Hothouse Flowers
Hothouse Flowers need no introduction! They burst on to the Irish music scene over
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Summer Sundays in the Back Yard: Jack Warnock & Donal O’Connor
Following on from the success of last year’s Summer Sunday performances in The Back
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Creative Writing Masterclasses with Eric Ngalle Charles
As Poet-in-Residence at HomePlace in May, Eric Ngalle Charles will host a series of
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Armistead Maupin in Conversation
With Rick O'SheaPLEASE NOTE: IN A CHANGE TO THE PRINTED PROGRAMME, THIS EVENT WILL
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