Artist in Residence Niamh O’Connor
This week in the B.R.A artist in residence Niamh O’Connor was here to open up a conversation about art, mental health and community. During her talk on Wednesday, Niamh invited people to respond to the question, “What does mental wellbeing look like for the art museum, from a public perspective?
Sligo Children’s book Festival 2015
We’re delighted to announce the return of Sligo Children’s Book Festival from Thursday 5th to Sunday 8th March 2015. With events happening here at The Model and the Hawk’s Well Theatre in partnership with Sligo’s Kids’ Own. Download the programme here Events at The Model Thursday 05 March 10am &
Family Days at The Model kicks off this Sunday Feb 8
On the second Sunday of each month, from February through June, you are invited to spend enlightening afternoons at The Model. Families can join us for a tour of the current exhibit and then explore their creative side with several art activities. The program is designed to educate families about
Deep connection to The Model
“I feel a deep connection to The Model and its doings for as long as I have been making drawings…” The Art of Drawing with Michael Wann returns next month and I had the chance to sit down with Michael and discuss his class, his own art, his influences and
Christmas at The Model
Shelter from the cold and spend a relaxing afternoon at The Model where you can browse our exhibitions, do a spot of Christmas shopping in the bookshop and enjoy some seasonal treats in the festive surroundings of The Gallery Cafe! We have a variety of gift ideas available in our
Indulge all your senses This Christmas
We all have our favourite thing about Christmas trees, whether it’s the twinkling lights, the shiny ornaments, the fresh pine smell or even the prickly feel of the pine needles. All of these are appreciated through vision, smell and touch. But what about sound? Visitors to The Model can experience