Upcoming events

Workshops & Activities

Tours

History talks

For children

Garden

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.

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.

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

Talks 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.

Activities, workshops, camps and events suitable for children and families.

Felting: Making art from wool

Mar. 12 — Apr. 16, 2025 (18:30 — 20:30)

Explore the art of felt making with visual artist and maker Niki Collier

Make and Create family drop-in workshops

Mar. 15 — 29, 2025 (14:00 — 15:30)

Make and create together at these drop-in workshops

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Thu, Mar. 20, 2025 (13:00 — 14:00)

A monthly gardening workshop with advice and inspiration for first-time or more …

Children's History Workshop: Ireland during World War II

Sat, Mar. 22, 2025 (11:00 — 12:00)

Learn about what life in Ireland was like during the Second World War

Online Book Club: 'Ghost Mountain' by Ronan Hession

Thu, Mar. 27, 2025 (20:00 — 21:00)

All are welcome to join our book club via Zoom!

Talk at the Mess: Women working in Kilmainham Mill

Wed, Apr. 2, 2025 (18:00 — 19:00)

The stories of the skilled women workers and the family ties of Kilmainham Mill

A History of Housing in Dublin

Apr. 9 — 30, 2025 (18:30 — 19:30)

This series of talks explores the social and architectural history of housing

Children's History Workshop: Easter Eggs

Wed, Apr. 16, 2025 (14:00 — 15:00)

Learn about traditions from Ireland and other countries, including Easter Eggs

Children's History Workshop: Easter Eggs

Thu, Apr. 17, 2025 (11:00 — 12:00)

Learn about traditions from Ireland and other countries, including Easter Eggs

Children's Workshop: Magical May Bushes

Thu, May. 1, 2025 (15:30 — 16:30)

Make your very own magical May bush and learn about the history and folklore of …

Children's History Workshop: Ancient Rome

Sat, May. 24, 2025 (11:00 — 12:00)

Discover what life was like in Ancient Rome and create your own collage inspired…