The Model – The Model, Sligo. https://www.themodel.ie Home of The Niland Collection Fri, 06 Nov 2026 09:14:48 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Two trainee positions opening up at The Model https://www.themodel.ie/news/two-trainee-positions-opening-up-at-the-model/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:25:52 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21226

The Model is recruiting two trainee positions under the DSP Community Employment Scheme.

Programme Assistant (Education) & Front of House Assistant

 

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To apply, please send a cover letter outlining why you would like to be considered for these roles, accompanied by an up-to-date CV to agasikorzak@themodel.ie

Application deadline: Monday 9 November 2026

]]> Call for Stallholders: Be part of our Christmas Markets at The Model 2026 https://www.themodel.ie/news/call-for-stallholders-be-part-of-our-christmas-markets-at-the-model-2026/ Thu, 08 Oct 2026 08:51:11 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21182

The Model is hosting Christmas Markets on three Sundays in December – and we’re on the lookout for passionate local businesses, vintage sellers, talented creators and unique makers to get involved!

This will be a great opportunity to showcase your work in our bright and beautiful building, connect with new audiences, and join a vibrant celebration of creativity and community.

From handcrafted gifts and artisan wares to vintage clothes and tasty treats, we want to highlight the incredible talent and style our region has to offer – and give visitors the chance to shop local.

If you're a maker, seller, or small business owner and would like to be involved, we’d love to hear from you!

To express your interest, please email us the following details to johnconlon@themodel.ie

– Name *
– Business Name (if any)
– Location *
– Email *
– Phone Number (optional)
– Social Media (optional)
– Description of Products *
– Availability: Sun. 6th, Sun. 13th and/or Sun. 20th December 2026
– Price Range (optional)
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]]> Exhibition Opening | Desire Lines; curated by aemi https://www.themodel.ie/news/exhibition-opening-desire-lines-curated-by-aemi/ Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:00:28 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21114

The Model warmly invites you to view the exhibition ‘Desire Lines’ curated by aemi from Fri. 18 September.

‘Desire Lines’ is aemi's 2026 touring programme, an annual selection of artist and experimental film that brings together a range of voices from Irish and international contemporary practice.

Featuring films by Chloe Brenan, Collectif Faire Part, Eóin Heaney, Olivia Normile and Basma al-Sharif, ‘Desire Lines’ premiered at the Irish Film Institute in January and has since screened in Belfast and Galway with further dates also confirmed to take place later in 2026 in Wicklow, Louth and Offaly.

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]]> Closed to Public on Thu. 24th & Fri. 25th September https://www.themodel.ie/news/closed-to-public-on-thu-24th-fri-25th-september/ Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:00:18 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21105

The Model is closed to the public on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th September. Apologies for any inconvenience caused and we look forward seeing you on Saturday 26th September!

]]> Exhibition Opening | Jack B. Yeats; The Living Ginger https://www.themodel.ie/news/exhibition-opening-jack-b-yeats-the-living-ginger/ Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:29 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21108

The Model is pleased to present a new exhibition from The Niland Collection featuring works by beloved Jack Butler Yeats. The exhibition 'The Living Ginger' can be visited from Fri. 6 March.

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]]> The Model Secures Shared Island Coast-to-Coast Capital Investment Funding https://www.themodel.ie/news/the-model-secures-shared-island-coast-to-coast-capital-investment-funding/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:00:22 +0000 https://www.themodel.ie/?p=21102

We are pleased to announce that The Model – Home of the Niland Collection has been successful in securing funding through the Shared Island Coast-to-Coast Capital Investment Scheme.

This exciting support will help bring to life a new immersive exhibition focused on Jack B. Yeats’ life and art, complete with film elements and a creative toy theatre experience — all designed to deepen how visitors connect with one of Ireland’s most beloved artists.

Read Full article here: https://www.failteireland.ie/Utility/News-Library/13-successful-projects-announced-under-the-Shared.aspx

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