Come join us for our ‘Dublin & Art’ lectures series which explores how artists have been inspired by the people and places of Dublin city.
Dating from the 19th century to the present day, this series highlights significant and influential artistic events that have occurred during this period.
Brought to you as part of our offsite Explore & Learn programmes, these free talks are delivered by our expert lecturers. They're taking place in the below listed DCC public libraries (@dublincitylibraries) throughout the city on Thursdays from October to December 2025.
At a glance:
📍 Rathmines Library
📅 Thurs 23 Oct
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1920-1950, with Dr Anne Cormican
📍 Coolock Library
📅 Thurs 30 Oct
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1950-today, with Aoife Convery
📍 Central Library
📅 Thurs 6 Nov
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1880-1920, with Yseult O’Driscoll
📍 Cabra Library
📅 Thurs 13 Nov
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1920-1950, with Dr Anne Cormican
📍 Pearse St Library
📅 Thurs 20 Nov
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin City’s Stained Glass, with Dr David Caron
📍 Ballyfermot Library
📅 Thurs 27 Nov
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1950-today, with Aoife Convery
📍 Donaghmede Library
📅 Thurs 4 Dec
⏰ 6.30pm-7.30pm
🎨 Dublin and Art 1880-1920, with Yseult O’Driscoll
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