

Masters of Irish Art
About the exhibition
Masters of Irish Art is a landmark exhibition celebrating Ireland's artistic heritage through an exceptional collection of original paintings by some of the nation's most important artists, including Jack B. Yeats, Paul Henry, Seán Keating and Roderic O'Conor, alongside leading contemporary Irish artists.
Presented at The Oriel Gallery, established in 1968 and located beside the National Gallery of Ireland, the exhibition offers visitors a rare opportunity to experience museum-quality Irish art in one of Dublin's leading specialist galleries.
With free admission, Masters of Irish Art invites visitors from Ireland and overseas to explore the stories, landscapes and cultural identity that have shaped Irish art across generations.
Upcoming dates
This event runs on several dates — pick the one that suits you.
September 2026
- Thu 17
October 2026
- Sat 17
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