'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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John Spillane
‘John's songs are the heart and soul of our island and they'll be sung
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The Ballad of Patrick MacGill: An Evening of Words and Music
With Jane Cassidy, Maurice Leyden and Derek Williamson Born in 1890 on a poor
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THE ROAD TO RIVERDANCE: Bill Whelan in conversation with John Toal
Featuring Zoe Conway and John McIntyre Composer Bill Whelan’s memoirThe Road to Riverdance (Lilliput
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An Evening with Mick Herron
In Conversation with David Torrans ‘The best in a generation, by some estimations, and
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Louis de Bernières in Conversation
In Conversation with Martina Devlin ‘...a single, cherishable voice’ The Mail on Sunday Following
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An Afternoon of Poetry with Fiona Benson, Stephen Sexton and Mary Jean Chan
Seamus Heaney HomePlace is delighted to play host to three of the UK’s most
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Gel Plate Printing with Ruth Osborne
In this workshop you will explore a range of mark-making and print-making processes when
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The Laureate for Irish Fiction Annual Lecture 2023: Colm Tóibín
Seamus Heaney HomePlace is honoured to welcome the Laureate for Irish Fiction, Colm Tóibín,
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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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Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston
Brian Bilston has been described as the Banksy of poetry and Twitter’s unofficial Poet Laureate
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The Letters of Seamus Heaney: Christopher Reid in Conversation
To coincide with the publication of The Letters of Seamus Heaney by Faber &
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Mary Robinson in Conversation
In Conversation with Mark Carruthers Seamus Heaney HomePlace is delighted to welcome former Irish
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Silver Linked Bracelet-Making
With Diane Lyness Make a unique silver linked bracelet under the guidance of goldsmith
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Ecopoetics with Kate Simpson, Emma Must and Linda France
What role can, and should, poetry play in the climate crisis? Is reading and
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‘Between the Lights’ Writing Workshop with Bernie McGill
The Celtic festival of Samhain traditionally marks the end of the lighter half and
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Brigid O’Neill in Concert
‘An immensely gifted story-teller whose songs soar to new heights in the live environment’
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Christmas Wreath Making
Join Clive Lyttle from Welig Heritage Crafts at this special time of year to
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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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