An illustrated lecture by Adrian Tinniswood, author of 'The Houses of Guinness: The Lives, Homes and Fortunes of the Great Brewing Dynasty'. This illustrated lecture is an exploration of the Guinness family through their Irish and UK homes. The book was published in November 2025 to coincide with the broadcast of the new Netflix historical […]
Join us for a fun- filled, free family event to find and record as many species as possible. The meeting point for all activities is at the gazebo at the stables entrance East Courtyard. All children under 18 must have an adult or guardian with at all times. Wrap up warmly and wear sturdy boots, […]
Hailing from Leixlip in north County Kildare, the Beartla Ó Flatharta Céilí Band are recognised as one of Ireland finest exponents of Irish traditional dance music. The band was formed in 2008 by childhood friends who grew up playing music together, forming lasting friendships through the Leixlip branch of Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann. The band is […]
A lecture by Deirdre Cullen on the painted decorations in the Long Gallery at Castletown House. Deirdre Cullen was awarded a PhD at University College Dublin in 2026 for her study of the painted decorations in the Long Gallery at Castletown House, Co. Kildare. Having previously graduated with an MA in Art History at UCD, […]
This trio presents the scintillating voice of one of Ireland’s finest Conamara singers, Róisín Elsafty, together with the very rare and meltingly beautiful sound of the medieval Irish harp, played by Ireland’s foremost historical harpist, Siobhán Armstrong, woven with the diverse colours of Ronan Browne’s flutes, whistles and 175-year-old pipes. From sparkling songs to harp […]
An illustrated talk by Sandra M. Murphy on the OPW's newly-acquired heritage property of Donaghcumper Estate in Celbridge, Co. Kildare This illustrated talk by Sandra M. Murphy will explore the newly-acquired OPW heritage property of Donaghcumper Estate in Celbridge, Co. Kildare. Through archival items, plans and photographs, this talk will take the visitor […]
A concert of classical and contemporary guitar music by Marco Ramelli, Enrica Savigini and Jonathan Leathwood Jonathan Leathwood has performed in venues throughout Europe and both American continents. He has recorded with the legendary flautist William Bennett and collaborated on works for six- and ten-string guitar from composers such as Param Vir, Stephen Goss, […]
An illustrated lecture by Dr. Suzanne Pegley on the power and influence of the Conolly family of Castletown House This illustrated lecture will look at the social network of the Conolly family and how significant this was for their high middle-class verging on aristocratic status in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. In past centuries, […]
John Walsh, Ireland’s leading Flamenco guitarist, joins uilleann piper David Power and Baroque violin player Marja Gaynor for a night of unique music and arrangements. They perform a programme featuring their own arrangements of traditional Irish tunes Flamenco and contemporary music, as well as music from the Baroque period and the 19th century John Walsh (Flamenco […]
This talk about powerful aging for women will explore the role of vital hormones, HRT (Hormone replacement Therapy) and Lifestyle Choices regarding exercise an nutrition https://powerfulagingforwomen.com/ Doors open at 2.30pm - talk starts at 3pm
In this lecture, Gearóid Arthur Hayes opens up the investigative process behind one of his most significant recent discoveries: the reattribution of Portrait of a Lady Seated at a Writing Table from Walter Frederick Osborne to John Butler Yeats. Through detailed stylistic scrutiny, comparative analysis, and extensive archival research, Hayes reconstructs the painting’s true authorship and historical context. He will also share several of his other recent reattributions, including works by John William Waterhouse and William Orpen. Hayes concludes with a critical assessment of connoisseurship’s current position in Ireland, advocating for a renewed engagement with the materiality of artworks as a foundational component of art historical inquiry.
This brilliant young duo of Aoibhe Kettle and Brendan O'Connell will present a selection of traditional Irish repertoire, spanning music from the early tradition, including works by Turlough O’Carolan, through to newly composed pieces by both of the musicians. The programme explores the enduring connection between Ireland’s musical heritage and its contemporary tradition. Friday, September […]