We have identified five key pillars that underpin our strategy development:

Pillar 1: Governance and Sustainability

Goal 1.1

Maintain excellence in economic and social governance and sustainability, through an engaged board that actively supports the gallery’s mission and long-term vision.

Goal 1.2

Strengthen human resource management controls and ensure organisational resourcing effectively supports the Gallery’s evolving needs and strategic goals.

Goal 1.3

Promote and embed accessibility and inclusion across all areas of the gallery’s operations and programming.

Goal 1.4

Embed environmental sustainability into organisational planning with annual review to meet emerging needs.

Pillar 2: Artistic Programming & Collections

Goal 2.1

Sustain and enhance artistic excellence in Butler Gallery programming

Goal 2.2

Ensure long-term conservation, development and presentation of the Butler Gallery Collection as a significant asset of the organisation.

Pillar 3: Audiences

Goal 3.1

Increase and diversify Butler Gallery audiences.

Pillar 4: Development & Marketing

Goal 4.1

Strengthen the case for development support for Butler Gallery through a strategic focus on fundraising and philanthropy.

Goal 4.2

Develop and implement a marketing and communications strategy that reflects the gallery’s strategic objectives and evolving audience landscape.

Goal 4.3

Deepen strategic partnerships and foster innovation, increase visibility, and enhance Butler Gallery’s reputation as a leading visual arts organisation in Ireland.

Pillar 5: Learning & Public Engagement

Goal 5.1

Using key metrics regularly assess the reach and inclusivity of learning and public engagement programmes and the potential for expansion.

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Monday: closed (except Bank Holidays when Sunday hours apply)
Tuesday-Saturday: 10.00–17.00
Thursdays: Late Night 10.00–20.00
Sunday: 11.00–17.00
Last admission is 30 mins before closing times.