In Search of Art Treasures This Summer: Ar Thóir Seoda Ealaíne an Samhradh seo?
The Connemara region has always inspired artists drawn to its dramatic landscapes, rich culture, and ever-changing light.
Tá saibhreas samhlaíochta sna taispeántais ealaíne atá ar siúl an samhradh seo i gConamara agus na hOileáin.
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Looking to fill your summer with inspiration, imagination, and a splash of colour? Here’s a list of summer exhibitions in Connemara and the Islands to capture your imagination!
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
Áras Éanna @25 | Inis Oírr
Dates: July – September 2025
Celebrating 25 years of artistic exchange on the smallest Aran Island, this dynamic exhibition
showcases work by local and international artists whose practice has been shaped by time on Inis Oirr.
Áras Éanna ag Ceiliúradh 25 Bliain d’Amharc-Ealaín, saothar le healaíontóirí atá lonnaithe in Inis Oírr agus chomh fada as láthair le Nua Eabhrac, An Ghearmáin agus An Eilvéis- péintéireacht, priontaí, teicstílí, dealbhóireacht agus grianghrafadóireacht.
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Ó Ghlúin go Glúin | Pearse’s Cottage, Ros Muc
Opens: July 26 at 6.30pm | Runs through August
Featuring Maureen and Aoife Dowd, this intergenerational exhibition reflects personal and artistic heritage in the historic setting of Ionad Chultúrtha an Phiarsaigh.
OCAP | Oughterard Courthouse
Open: Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 12-5pm
An evolving series of exhibitions curated by the Oughterard Courthouse Arts Programme.
FIÁIN by Lorna Moylan | POTA Café
Opening: July 16 | On view daily 7:30am-4:30pm
A solo exhibition by local artist Lorna Moylan, displayed in one of Connemara’s favourite cafes.
Taispeántas Ealaíne le Lorna Moylan ar siúl i POTA cafe
Michelle Campion Two Exhibitions | Barna
“The Golden Hour” at Súil Eile Café Opening: July 19, 1-6pm – On view until July 31
“The Wild Atlantic Way” at Anú Wellness Hub Barna Opening Saturday 19th July at 4-6pm. On view until end August
ICONS – Furniture & Design | ATU Connemara, Letterfrack
Open: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm until August
Explore innovative design by ATU Connemara students in this free, contemporary showcase.
Old Ireland in Colour | Fordham Hall, Kylemore Abbey
Dates: March 7 – September 30
Based on the best-selling book series, this collection brings historic Ireland vividly to life through colourised photography.
The Memory of Water by Rosie McGurran | Roundstone Community Centre
Opening: August 2 at 6pm | Runs until August 16
Includes daily painting demonstrations (2pm) and a guided tour on August 10 at 12pm.
This Too Will Pass | Interface Inagh, Recess
Dates: July 13-27 | Open daily 12-6pm
A Galway International Arts Festival exhibition exploring themes of decay, time, and transformation.
Featuring works by Richard Long, Ceara Conway, and more.
GALLERIES & ART DESTINATIONS
Lavelle Art Gallery & The Whitethorn Gallery | Clifden
Both long-standing highlights of Connemara’s visual arts scene, these galleries are a must visit in Clifden.
An Ceardlann Craft Village | An Spidéal
A creative hub of working studios, handmade crafts, and regular art displays.
Art at Connemara National Park
Monthly rotating exhibitions inside the Picnic Room at the Park
The current Art & Photography Exhibition Fao Bhláth features Neasa Daily, Rosemary Kavanagh Adrian Krone
Daily 9am to 5pm until the end of July
COMING SOON
Clifden Arts Festival | September 17-28, 2025
Don’t miss the visual arts trail at One of Ireland’s best-loved cultural festivals.
It usually features 30+ artists across Clifden in galleries, shop windows, and surprise locations.
