Exhibition and Upcoming Events
Discover the full programme of upcoming events at HomePlace. From our exhibition to talks, performances and workshops, there is something for everyone.
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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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St Patrick’s Day Crafts Workshop
Join us in the Creative Zone at Seamus Heaney HomePlace to create a fun
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Play on Words Theatre presents Tom Crean: Antarctic Explorer
Written and performed by Aidan DooleyTom Crean, the intrepid Antarctic explorer and one of
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Workshop: An Introduction to Writing Poetry with Elaine Gaston
Poet Elaine Gaston visits HomePlace to lead an introductory workshop to writing poetry. This practical
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Frank Cottrell-Boyce In Conversation with Martin Melarkey
Frank Cottrell-Boyce is an award-winning children’s author and writer for stage and screen. Millions,
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Room to Rhyme
Join us for Room to Rhyme! This is our new, weekly half hour session
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An Evening with Pat McCabe
McCabe is not a poet but come along and hear him read Heaney and
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Twelve Paintings: Colin Davidson and Mark Carruthers in Conversation
Twelve Paintings is an intimate and compelling exploration of the life and work of
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Open Ground Guided Experience
Open Ground is a unique visitor experience centered on locations that shaped Seamus Heaney’s
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‘Art Forms Colliding’ with Duke Special
Duke Special has written numerous songs inspired by other art forms: Under the Dark
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The HomePlace Book Club
With Carol O’Doherty & Patricia BroderickA story is always better if you have someone
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Sinéad Morrissey In Conversation with Jan Carson
Sinéad Morrissey was the first poet to read in The Helicon, alongside Michael Longley,
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Lego Animation Workshop
These mini animation master classes by Can Do Academy are a great introduction for
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Conor Mallon Band In Concert
Conor Mallon is widely regarded as one of the finest uilleann pipers of his
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Jan Carson in Conversation
Jan Carson needs no introduction to our Helicon audiences having chaired conversations with several
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Workshop: Lino Printing and Carving with Ruth Osbourne
Under the guidance of Irish textile and print artist Ruth Osbourne, this workshop will
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An Afternoon with Maggie O’Farrell
Join us for an afternoon with bestselling author Maggie O’Farrell, as we celebrate the
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PAM AYRES – DOGGEDLY ONWARD: A Life in Poems
“Who doesn’t feel warm, sentimental, and downright good when they think of Pam Ayres?
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Brian Kennedy
Regarded as one of Ireland’s most beloved singer-songwriters for his exceptional, soulful voice and
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Edge Street Live presents Brian Bilston
How to Lay an Egg with a Horse InsideBrian Bilston has been described as
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