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St Brigid's Day Fair

Richmond Barracks is home to a library, workshops and cultural activities, along with a programme of historical tours and talks. A programme called Culture Connects runs from the centre offering new opportunities to participate in cultural activities for people of all ages. We are also excited to offer a series of online talks and workshops.

Join our Walking Tours and delve into the history of the local area. Take a look below for more details.

Mondays at the Mess is a series of talks at Richmond Barracks that celebrate the rich stories and experiences of the local community, past and present.

Through workshops and activities, Culture Connects invites you to try out new things, make and create together, and to connect through culture and conversation. From gardening to dance, writing, painting, movement, history and more, there’s lots to explore.

Sing For Fun!

Jan. 12 — Feb. 16, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Lift your spirits and put a smile on your face at this singing workshop led by M…

Dance Delights

Jan. 17 — Feb. 21, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Dance into 2023 with Dance Delights!

Richmond Barracks to Kilmainham Walking Tour

Jan. 19 — Feb. 25, 2023 (11:00 — 12:15)

Delve into the rich history of Dublin 8 - Thursdays and Saturdays at 11am

Goldenbridge Cemetery Tour

Jan. 19 — Feb. 25, 2023 (13:00 — 14:30)

Experience the atmospheric surrounds of Goldenbridge Cemetery

Exploring Haiku Poetry

Jan. 20 — Feb. 10, 2023 (11:00 — 13:00)

Explore how to write haiku inspired by nature, people and other themes.

Craft and Chat

Jan. 24 — Feb. 28, 2023 (18:00 — 20:00)

Want to try out different crafts in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere?

Exploring Printmaking

Jan. 25 — Feb. 15, 2023 (18:00 — 20:00)

Explore different printmaking techniques with artist and printmaker Clare Hender…

Sustainable Saturdays: Reuse and Repair Social

Jan. 28 — Jun. 24, 2023 (14:00 — 15:30)

Upcycle your old clothes into new treasures! The last Saturday of each month.

Eco Gardening Workshops

Feb. 1 — 22, 2023 (11:00 — 12:30)

A hands-on series of workshops on how to garden whilst being environmentally awa…

St. Brigid's Day Fair

Feb. 4 — 5, 2023 (11:00 — 17:00)

Welcome Spring and celebrate women in business at our February Fair.

Create your own Ribbon Wand

Sat, Feb. 4, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Join artist Kim Jenkinson for this fun art workshop

Make a St. Brigid's Cross

Sat, Feb. 4, 2023 (11:30 — 12:30)

Drop In Workshop at the St. Brigid's Day Fair

Learn to Juggle

Feb. 4 — 5, 2023 (13:00 — 14:30)

This is a drop in workshop as part of the St. Brigid's Day Fair

Try out crochet with Eclair Crafts

Feb. 4 — 5, 2023 (13:00 — 14:30)

This is a drop in workshop at the St. Brigid's Day Fair

Biodiversity Walking Tour

Sat, Feb. 4, 2023 (14:00 — 15:30)

Join our resident eco-gardener Polly Rowley-Sams to explore the biodiversity of …

Spring Stamping

Feb. 4 — 5, 2023 (15:00 — 16:30)

Drop In Workshop at the St. Brigid's Day Fair

Make a Floral Crown from Upcycled Fabric

Sat, Feb. 4, 2023 (15:00 — 16:30)

Drop In Workshop at the St. Brigid's Day Fair

Make a Biodegradable Bird feeder

Sun, Feb. 5, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Make a biodegradable bird feeder to bring more birds to your balcony or garden

Biodiversity Walking Tour

Sun, Feb. 5, 2023 (12:00 — 13:30)

Join our resident eco-gardener Polly Rowley-Sams to explore the biodiversity of …

Make A Flipbook Animation

Sat, Feb. 11, 2023 (11:00 — 12:30)

Flipbooks are ideal for young people interested in drawing and animation.

Children's History Workshop: Valentine’s Day and Love Tokens

Sat, Feb. 11, 2023 (15:00 — 16:00)

Discover Dublin’s special connection to its namesake, St. Valentine.

Valentine's Day Craft Workshop

Tue, Feb. 14, 2023 (11:00 — 13:00)

Decorate a heart for someone you love this Valentine's Day!

Children's History Workshop: Life in Medieval Dublin

Thu, Feb. 16, 2023 (15:00 — 16:00)

Find out what life was like in Medieval Dublin

Introduction to Oil Painting

Feb. 22 — Mar. 29, 2023 (18:00 — 20:00)

Join artist Ailbhe Barrett for this series of six workshops exploring the techni…

In Person Book Club : ‘Her Kind’ by Niamh Boyce

Wed, Feb. 22, 2023 (19:00 — 20:00)

Join us in February when we will be reading and discussing ‘Her Kind’ by Niamh B…

Building Tall and Small

Feb. 23 — Mar. 16, 2023 (10:30 — 11:30)

Let's play and create imaginative worlds together!

Online Book Club: ‘Her Kind’ by Niamh Boyce

Thu, Feb. 23, 2023 (20:00 — 21:00)

Join us online in February when we will be reading and discussing ‘Her Kind’ by …

Talks at the Mess: The Killing of Sean Doyle on Kilmashogue Mountain, 1920

Wed, Mar. 1, 2023 (19:00 — 20:30)

A fascinating insight into the first rebel to be killed by Auxiliaries in Irelan…

Dance Delights

Mar. 7 — Apr. 11, 2023 (18:00 — 19:00)

Do you love to have a boogie when you hear your favourite song?

Children's History Workshop: Saint Patrick

Sat, Mar. 11, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Discover the stories and traditions associated with St Patrick

Scealta faoi thalamh agus uisce/Stories of the land and water

Tue, Mar. 14, 2023 (17:00 — 18:00)

Join us for an hour of enchanting stories of nature, land and water.

People, places and times past: An introduction to researching local history

Mar. 22 — Apr. 26, 2023 (18:30 — 20:30)

Learn how to do your own local history research

Children's History Workshop: Ancient Animals of Ireland

Sat, Mar. 25, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Learn about the different animals that have inhabited Ireland since prehistoric …

Children's History Workshop: Easter Eggs

Thu, Apr. 6, 2023 (15:00 — 16:00)

Learn about Easter traditions from Ireland and other countries

Children's History Workshop: 1916 at the Barracks

Sat, Apr. 29, 2023 (11:00 — 12:00)

Learn about the 1916 Easter Rising