Upcoming events

Tours

Talks

Workshops & Activities

In Person

Online

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.

Mondays at the Mess: Dublin's Stained Glass Windows - Postponed

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Join us for this talk exploring the incredible art form of Irish stained glass

Family Goldenbridge Cemetery Tour

Sat, Aug. 13, 2022 (13:00 — 14:15)

Experience the atmospheric surrounds of Goldenbridge Cemetery

Children’s History Workshop: Ancient Civilisations

Fri, Aug. 19, 2022 (11:00 — 12:00)

Join Dublin’s Historian-in-Residence for Children Dervilia Roche for this free, …

Online Book Club: ‘Dance Move’ by Wendy Erskine

Thu, Aug. 25, 2022 (20:00 — 21:15)

This August, our book clubs will read and discuss ‘Dance Move’ by Wendy Erskine.

In Person Book Club : ‘Dance Move’ by Wendy Erskine

Tue, Aug. 30, 2022 (11:00 — 12:00)

This August, our book clubs will read and discuss ‘Dance Move’ by Wendy Erskine.

Children’s History Workshop: Mysterious Manuscripts

Sat, Sep. 10, 2022 (11:00 — 12:00)

Discover the mysterious animals, people and writing in illuminated manuscripts

Dance Delights Workshops

Sep. 13 — Oct. 18, 2022 (18:00 — 19:00)

Introduction to Watercolour Painting

Tue, Sep. 13, 2022 (18:00 — 20:00)

Learn to paint with watercolours in this 6-week course run by Ida Mitrani.

Native Irish Plants Workshop

Wed, Sep. 14, 2022 (18:00 — 19:15)

A two-part workshop where participants learn about native Irish plants.

Exploring Storytelling

Wed, Sep. 21, 2022 (18:00 — 20:30)

A creative-writing and storytelling workshop facilitated by Órla McGovern

Dublin in Poetry with Stephen James Smith

Mon, Sep. 26, 2022 (19:00 — 20:00)

This is an evening event as part of the Dublin Festival of History

In Person Book Club: ‘Shuggie Bain’’ by Douglas Stuart

Wed, Sep. 28, 2022 (19:00 — 20:00)

Join us for our September book club to discuss the 2020 Booker Prize winner, ‘Sh…

Online Book Club: ‘Shuggie Bain’’ by Douglas Stuart

Thu, Sep. 29, 2022 (20:00 — 21:00)

Join us for our September book club to discuss the 2020 Booker Prize winner, ‘Sh…

Exploring Storytelling

Wed, Oct. 5, 2022 (11:00 — 13:30)

A creative-writing and storytelling workshop facilitated by Órla McGovern

Mosaic for Beginners

Thu, Oct. 6, 2022 (11:00 — 13:00)

Learn how to make your own mosaic over 5 weeks with artist Valerie Dunne.

Improving Your Soil

Sat, Oct. 8, 2022 (11:00 — 12:00)

A two-part workshop about gardening to support the environment and biodiversity.

In Person Book Club : ‘Rememberings’ by Sinéad O’Connor

Wed, Oct. 26, 2022 (19:00 — 20:00)

Join us this October when we will be reading and discussing ‘Rememberings’ by Si…

Online Book Club : ‘Rememberings’ by Sinéad O’Connor

Thu, Oct. 27, 2022 (20:00 — 21:00)

Online discussion with our Bookclub of Sinéad O'Connor's 'Rememberings'

Children’s History Workshop: Spooky Stories

Sat, Oct. 29, 2022 (11:00 — 12:00)

Trace the roots of Hallowe’en back to the ancient festival of Samhain