If you’re passing through Drogheda, don’t miss a visit to the Highlanes Gallery. This is a place for art lovers who appreciate art in all its forms! The icing on the cake: the gallery is located within the walls of a former Franciscan monastery!
The Highlanes Gallery opened its doors in 2006, and has been a great success with art lovers ever since. Housed in a former ecclesiastical building, the site has been redesigned and renovated so that the monastery can retain all its character.
Overall, the museum offers a comprehensive tour of Irish art, from the 17th century to the present day. The museum is proud to exhibit top Irish artists such as Nano Reid, Bea Orpen, Evie Hone and Marie Swanzy, as well as foreign artists such as Gabriele Ricciardelli from Italy. The art on display is mainly pictorial, but you can also enjoy some contemporary sculptures and installations.
The museum also organizes temporary exhibitions several times a year, featuring national and international works. An asset that attracts tourists and locals to Drogheda all year round!
The Highlanes Gallery also has a shop where you can buy the museum catalog, as well as many books on art in general. Some local handicrafts are also available. Finally, the museum also has a café area, where you can relax and sample some of Drogheda’s local produce!
Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
St Laurence Street - Drogheda, Drogheda (County Louth) - Republic of Ireland
53.715473, -6.348482
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