'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
John Banville in Conversation
With Eamonn Hughes John Banville, the revered Booker Prize-winning author, has returned with the
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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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An Easter Celebration with The Fews Ensemble and Ciarán Hinds
Performed by Ciarán Hinds, Sharon Carty (mezzo-soprano) and The Fews Ensemble Seamus Heaney HomePlace
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The Young Adult Book Club
Are you an avid reader? Would you like to discuss your recent reads in
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Open Ground Guided Experience
Open Ground is a unique visitor experience centred on five locations.
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Scullion in Concert
‘Scullion have always been very adventurous in pushing musical boundaries and continue to this
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An Evening with Irvine Welsh
With Hugh Odling-Smee One of the most blazing talents in contemporary Scottish fiction, Irvine
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Garden Obelisk Workshop
Join basket maker and traditional crafts expert Clive Lyttle from Welig Heritage Crafts for
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Writing on Air: Broadcasting Poetry with Alex Alonso, Olivia O’Leary and Liz Quirke
With Alex Alonso, Olivia O’Leary and Ruth McKee Chaired by Paula Shields There has
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Ian McEwan in Conversation
With John Self Ian McEwan is a writer who needs no introduction. Since the
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Ellipses featuring the Arco String Quartet
By Maria McManus and Keith Acheson, featuring the Arco String Quartet and special guests
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Mundy in Concert
Mundy was born Edmond Enright in the rural town of Birr, County Offaly. In 1993,
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So Sing On with Seán Keane
Seán Keane from County Galway has been described as one of the greatest musical
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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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