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Within a beautiful reflective space in the heart of Kilkenny City, gain a deep appreciation for the 20th century and Contemporary Irish Art scene through an exclusive Curator-led guided visit. Moving through light-filled gallery rooms in a building that effortlessly blends contemporary and 19th century architecture, breathe deep surrounded by colour and vibrancy. Discover the eminent permanent collection of 20th century Irish and international art that coexists with cutting edge contemporary work by national and emerging artists. Learn about iconic artworks and the curator’s favourites. End with light refreshments in the indoor/outdoor gallery garden café.
About Anna O’Sullivan
Anna was the recipient of the Royal Hibernian Academy Gold Medal in 2020 for her contribution to the arts in Ireland and received the Kilkenny Chamber of Commerce President's Award in 2021. In 2013, Anna was the Commissioner
and Curator of the Irish Pavilion
at the 55th Venice Biennale with Richard Mosse as the artist
representing Ireland. She has been a visiting lecturer at various third
level institutions and served on many artist review panels including the
Arts Council of Ireland and Culture Ireland. Anna graduated from the
National College of Art & Design Dublin and also studied at the
Whitney Museum of American Art Independent Study Program, New York and
the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Anna was a board member of
Kilkenny Arts Festival from 2005-2020.
Prior to joining the Butler Gallery in 2005, Anna spent over twenty years in New York, first as curator of Performance Art at the avant-garde arts venue Franklin Furnace and then as Director of the Robert Miller Gallery. Anna has worked with many internationally-renowned artists and artist estates during her career including Alice Neel, Eva Hesse, Lee Krasner, Patti Smith, Mary Reid Kelley & Patrick Kelley, Fischli & Weiss, Michael Snow, Bob and Roberta Smith, Hans Op de Beeck, Ian Burns, Louise Bourgeois, Werner Herzog, Tony O’Malley, Barry McGee, Jeanne Silverthorne and Eve Sussman.
Group numbers: Min. 1 - Max. 12
Duration: 1 hour tour
Availability:
- All year round
For price and booking information, please contact [email protected] t. 00 353 (0)56 776 1106
