Butler Gallery

Families can explore Irish art from the last century and today, get involved in art activities, and learn about 800 years of history in the gallery's old building. There is also a sculpture garden.
Butler Gallery offers a unique blend of art and history that will inspire you. Explore one of Ireland's most significant collections of 20th century Irish art, discover contemporary work by living artist in one of Ireland's finest contemporary exhibition spaces, take part in family friendly art activities, and find out about a heritage spanning 800 years in the gallery’s historic building.
In the intimate secret garden setting you can view contemporary Irish sculpture and enjoy refreshments from the café at Butler Gallery, with views of St John’s Priory, located adjacent to the garden.
Entry to Butler Gallery is free and is wheelchair accessible.
Family practicalities
- Pram-friendly (likely)
- Baby changing (likely)
- Step-free access
- Café on site
- Toilets (likely)