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Heritage Week Webinar: Irish Botanical Mythology

In this webinar, award winning craftsperson and member of the Glass Society of Ireland Emma Bourke, will reflect on why Irish Botanical Mythology inspires her work. Niall MacCoitir, author of the Myths, Legends & Folklore series will share his expertise on botanical mythology. Mary Pyke, Head Gardner at Rothe House Kilkenny, will also join us to discuss the history & restoration of Rothe House Urban garden, referencing 17 century Archaeological excavation finds. Audience members will gain an enjoyable insight into the cultural aspects of Irelands flora, as seen through the eyes of craftsperson, author and gardener.

Heritage Week Webinar: Tools Of The Trade

Join the National Design & Craft Gallery (NDCG) with visual artist Caroline Schofield and special guests, for an informal panel discussion focusing on heritage crafts. This webinar will highlight a selection of wonderful stories gathered as part of the NDCG’s Narrative Tools Project. Special guests will also share expert knowledge of heritage craft skills & collections. Panel participants and audience members will be encouraged to consider how we can preserve and in-still the value of Irish craft knowledge & skills for future generations.

Narrative Tools: Latest Submissions

We’ve been receiving submissions for our online collaborative exhibition Narrative Tools.

ZOOM Seminar - Generation: Familial Legacies

20 May 12noon + 2pm

NDCG present a two part seminar, chaired by #Generationexhibition curators Frances McDonald and Muireann Charleton. Maker panel discussions explore the narratives of relationships, generational influence and commonalities of family craft enterprises.

National Drawing Day celebrations via NDCG.ie

Craft & Drawing Workshops 11am - 3pm

Join us for National Drawing Day on May 16th to experience lots of FREE creative family fun and inventive artistry.