Past Events
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Saturday, 27 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
A guided tour of the exhibition delivered in Irish Sign Language, providing full access to the artworks, themes, and curatorial context.
Cost : Free for everyone
Classes & Workshops
Sound Bath experience in the Gallery
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Experience an evening of deep relaxation and immersive sound in the unique surroundings of Photo Museum Ireland.
Cost : €20
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Thursday, 25 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Azure is a free experience designed for people living with dementia and their families and friends. During Azure, you will explore 3 selections of artwork from Photo Museum Ireland’s current exhibition with a facilitator who has received Azure training in dementia-inclusive arts programming. Armchair edition - online event
Cost : Free
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for the launch of Toraigh / Tory Island by Eric Luke, a photographic journey capturing the people, landscape, and spirit of Tory Island.
Free
Classes & Workshops
Summer Solstice Pinhole Photography workshop with Darragh Shanahan
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 21 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us on this summer solstice longest day of the year when the Earth's poles has its maximum tilt toward the sun for a slow photography workshop day with tutor Darragh Shanahan. You will be introduced to the wonderful world of handmade pinhole cameras, long exposures, darkroom processing and digital scanning. The main focus will be experimenting with long exposure for self portraits.
Cost : €117
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday, 18 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join artist Shane Hynan in conversation with Photo Museum Ireland director Trish Lambe and curator Darren Campion as they explore Beneath | Beofhód, Hynan’s powerful long-term project examining the landscapes, communities, and contested futures of Ireland’s Midlands boglands.
Cost : Free. Booking required.
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Tuesday, 16 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland & MACK
Join curator and author Joel Smith for a special event celebrating the launch of Hujar: Contact a new book dedicated to the work and archive of the celebrated American photographer Peter Hujar. Smith will speak to the work of Peter Hujar, followed by a conversation with Darren Campion, curator at Photo Museum Ireland.
Free
Classes & Workshops
Light Workshop with Myles Shelly for SIGMA users
11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Saturday, 13 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
The workshop is specifically designed for Sigma Lenses users. Using Sigma Lenses kindly provided by Sigma Benelux, this workshop led by professional photographer Myles Shelly will explore a combination of still life, portrait, and architectural photography.
Cost : 20.00
Classes & Workshops
Black & White Film Development Workshop — From Film Choice to Contact Print
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 7 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Experience the craft behind street photography in its most timeless form with this hands‑on film development and darkroom workshop led by film photographer Brendan Comey. Designed to complement the energy of the Dublin Street Photography Festival, this session invites participants to build on their festival shooting by transforming an exposed roll of film into a set of finished negatives and a contact print at Photo Museum Ireland's members Darkroom.
Cost : €121.50
Classes & Workshops
Cruinniú na nÓg – When I Feel Blue – Teen Cyanotype Workshop
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 6 June 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us this Cruinniú na nÓg for 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘐 𝘍𝘦𝘦𝘭 𝘉𝘭𝘶𝘦 — a cyanotype workshop for ages 12–14, led by artist Laura Nadal.
Free
Every Wednesday at 1pm
Photo Museum Ireland
Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about photography in general, and each exhibition in particular. Tours are free of charge, although booking is required.
Cost : Free
Every Wednesday at 1pm
Photo Museum Ireland
Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about photography in general, and each exhibition in particular. Tours are free of charge, although booking is required.
Cost : Free
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Friday, 29 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for a free Photo Album of the Irish talk, which will give an insight into the rich array of histories and photographs contributed to this growing digital archive.
The event will be hosted by our digital archive team led by Katja McMillan, who will also introduce the latest English and Jamaican editions of the project. The event will also briefly guide you through the fundamentals of preserving your family album: how to care for your photographs, negatives, and slides; safe ways to label, store, and display them; and options for restoring & repairing damaged photographs.
The Photo Album of the Irish Project is supported by the Government of Ireland Emigrant Support Programme.
Cost : Free
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Thursday, 28 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for the launch of Acts of Defiance by Rose Comiskey, a powerful photographic exploration of the Irish Women’s Movement.
Free
Tuesdays & Wednesdays 12pm
Photo Museum Ireland
Experience the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize through an inclusive and sensory-rich tour designed to support blind and visually impaired visitors.
This audio described tour offers detailed verbal descriptions of selected artworks, exploring composition, subject matter, tone, and context to bring each photograph to life. Braille captions are available for key works, providing accessible written information alongside the audio experience.
Cost : Free for everyone
Wednesdays and Fridays from 11am to 1pm
Photo Museum Ireland
A calm, supported way to experience the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize 2026.
These dedicated hours are designed for visitors with autism, sensory processing differences, or anyone who would benefit from a quieter, more relaxed gallery environment. During this time, lighting is softened, background noise is reduced, and visitor numbers are kept low—creating a more predictable and comfortable space to explore at your own pace.
Cost : Free for everyone
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for a special artist-in-conversation event with Patryk Gizicki, recipient of the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Bursary 2026.
Cost : Free for everyone
5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Come and join a friendly, behind-the-scenes tour of the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize with curator, Darren Campion.
Step inside our Darkroom and Artist Digital Studio with Darragh followed by tea, coffee, and chats with fellow members.
Cost : Free for Members
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Thursday, 21 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Photo Museum Ireland are delighted to be working with Culture Club to offer a tour of the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize 2026 and a Digital Negatives and Darkroom printing workshop.
Cost : Free
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Photo Museum Ireland
An introductory tour for school and third-level groups exploring highlights from the Taylor Wessing Irish Photography Prize 2026. Discover key works and themes in contemporary photography through a guided, accessible experience.
Cost : Free
12:00 pm to 12:45 pm
Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
A guided tour of the exhibition delivered in Irish Sign Language, providing full access to the artworks, themes, and curatorial context.
Cost : Free for everyone
Classes & Workshops
Level 1+ Smartphone Photography – new two part course – now booking.
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 16 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Part 1, 16th May - the first workshop is a full-day, in-person session focused on practical shooting exercises. Award Winning tutor Brendan O’Sé will guide you to enhance your visual awareness, enabling you to capture more dynamic and creative compositions directly with your smartphone camera.
Part 2, 23rd May held online the following week, is a half-day editing session. You will learn expert techniques to get the absolute best out of your newly captured images.
Cost : €180
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Thursday, 14 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Azure is a free experience designed for people living with dementia and their families and friends. During Azure, you will explore 3 selections of artwork from Photo Museum Ireland’s current exhibition with a facilitator who has received Azure training in dementia-inclusive arts programming. Armchair edition - online event
Cost : Free
7:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for a dynamic artist-in-conversation event with the winners of the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize 2026, Conor Horgan (Overall Winner), Salem Anowe Chukwuezi and Laura Dunwoody (Judges’ Selections), led by Photo Museum Ireland.
Cost : Free for everyone
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Monday, 11 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Photo Museum Ireland is delighted to welcome participants from RehabCare Bray, Co. Wicklow for a special visit and creative workshop inspired by the Taylor Wessing Irish Photo Prize Exhibition.
This engaging programme begins with an accessible guided exploration of the exhibition, where participants will discover selected artworks and discuss themes of identity, community, storytelling and contemporary photography.
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Black & White Film Development Workshop — From Film Choice to Contact Print
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 10 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Experience the craft behind street photography in its most timeless form with this hands‑on film development and darkroom workshop led by film photographer Brendan Comey. Designed to complement the energy of the Dublin Street Photography Festival, this session invites participants to build on their festival shooting by transforming an exposed roll of film into a set of finished negatives and a contact print at Photo Museum Ireland's members Darkroom.
Cost : €121.50
Classes & Workshops
Smart Phone Walking Tour
11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday, 3 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join a relaxed, guided photo walk through Dublin’s city centre with artist Vita Ryan, exploring the theme of community.
Learn how to take more intentional photos using your phone or tablet, with simple tips for shooting and editing along the way. Free event for Taylor Wessing team members and families; booking required.
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Ireland Analog x Photo Museum Ireland Photowalk — “Capturing the Clichés” in association with Dublin Street Photography Festival
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Saturday, 2 May 2026
Photo Museum Ireland & Ireland Analog
This photowalk introduces participants to the Ireland Analog community — a grassroots network of film enthusiasts dedicated to sharing knowledge, building community, and keeping analogue practices alive in Ireland. The walk takes place during the Dublin Street Photography Festival so we will explore the classic motifs of street photography while emphasising thoughtful, intentional shooting on film. Start: Photo Museum Ireland (Temple Bar) → End: DSPF Festival Area.
Cost : €5
Every Wednesday at 1pm
Photo Museum Ireland
Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about photography in general, and each exhibition in particular. Tours are free of charge, although booking is required.
Cost : Free
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Photo Museum Ireland
An introductory tour for school and third-level groups exploring highlights from the Taylor Wessing Irish Photography Prize 2026. Discover key works and themes in contemporary photography through a guided, accessible experience.
Cost : Free
Every Wednesday at 1pm
Photo Museum Ireland
Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about photography in general, and each exhibition in particular. Tours are free of charge, although booking is required.
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Collage & Zine making workshop
11:00 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday, 25 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join collage artist and Zine maker Katja McMillan for an immersive workshop merging the analogue practice of collage with digital design skills. You’ll create your own collages and transform them into zines on Adobe InDesign. This workshop is designed to unlock key design skills for anyone interested in learning design, creating their own visual publications, or learning the art of collage. Start the day with a blank page, be inspired by the magazine materials provided to reinterpret a new visual world between the pages of your very own Zine.
Cost : €108
21 February to 12 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Project Groundswell, a major European visual arts initiative that asks a simple question: what does climate action actually look like? This exhibition harnesses the power of photography to illuminate climate action, making it particularly relevant and educational for young audiences. The exhibition will be open 21 February to 12 April for schools and youth groups to book free guided tours.
To book your tour email [email protected]
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Sustainable Photography Workshop Part 3 – Lumen Print making & Intro to Developing 35mm film using Coffee & Plant based developer
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 11 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us for this fun 2 part workshop, in the morning session we will explore the camera-less techniques of lumen prints making using photographic paper and the power of the sun. In the afternoon Julie will workshop developing your exposed 35mm Black and White film with a coffee developer, and a plant based developer, magic!
Cost : €117
Classes & Workshops
Cyanotype workshop with artist Jane Cummins
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 26 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
This full day workshop will explore the possibilities of image-making through the cyanotype process. Tutor and artist Jane Cummins will take you through these experimental processes.
Cost : €150
21 February to 12 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Project Groundswell, a major European visual arts initiative that asks a simple question: what does climate action actually look like? This exhibition harnesses the power of photography to illuminate climate action, making it particularly relevant and educational for young audiences. The exhibition will be open 21 February to 12 April for schools and youth groups to book free guided tours.
To book your tour email [email protected]
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Webinar: Mountaineering Photography – Do’s and Don’ts
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Mountaineering Photography, the do's and don'ts presented by Lowland Leader Simon Holmes from Escape 2 Nature. Learn how to prepare for your expedition, personal safety tips, great mountain photography hacks and how to respect the beautiful environments and wildlife of Ireland's hills and walkways. Learn how to understand Maps and find out about the most useful Apps. All profits going to Dublin Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team. By signing up you will also be in with a chance to win a pair of Mountain Socks provided by the Great Outdoors.
Cost : €15.00
Classes & Workshops
Level 1 Smartphone Photography – One Day Workshop
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 14 March 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
This hands-on full-day, in-person session focused on practical shooting exercises. Award Winning tutor Brendan O’Sé will guide you to enhance your visual awareness, enabling you to capture more dynamic and creative compositions directly with your smartphone camera.
Cost : €120
Classes & Workshops
Darkroom Printing workshop with Artist in Residence Eamonn Doyle
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 8 March 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us at Photo Museum Ireland for a unique Darkroom workshop led by artist in residence Eamonn Doyle.
Cost : €225.00
5:30 pm to 6:15 pm
Thursday, 5 March 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Project Groundswell, a major European visual arts initiative that asks a simple question: what does climate protection actually look like?
Join us for a public discussion on Photography & Climate Action, with speakers Shirley Clerkin, environmental advisor to Project Groundswell, Veronica Nicolardi, curator, Cortona On The Move, Nadine Weixler, curator, Fotohof and Rui Prata, curator, Imago Lisboa.
Cost : Free for everyone
21 February to 12 April 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Project Groundswell, a major European visual arts initiative that asks a simple question: what does climate action actually look like? This exhibition harnesses the power of photography to illuminate climate action, making it particularly relevant and educational for young audiences. The exhibition will be open 21 February to 12 April for schools and youth groups to book free guided tours.
To book your tour email [email protected]
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Sustainable Photography Workshop Part 1 – Soil Chromatography with artist Julie Corcoran
11:00 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday, 28 February 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Make your own circular soil chromagram at Photo Museum Ireland on a one day workshop with this camera-less photographic technique. Artist and tutor Julie Corcoran will guide you through the process of soil chromatography using dried soil samples, silver nitrate and circular filter paper.
Cost : €117.00
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Join us this February for our next Photobook Club session where we will explore Irish Artist and Dublin Street Photography Festival Co-Founder Paul Murray's debut photobook 'Side Street'. Side Street launched in Photo Museum Ireland in December 2025.
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Natural Light Workshop
11:00 am to 5:30 pm
Saturday, 14 February 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
A one-day immersive workshop exploring the artistic, practical and philosophical dimensions of working with natural light in portrait and fashion photography, led by Seán Jackson
Cost : €245
11 - 13 February 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Canon World Unseen is a sensory and tactile exhibition designed to be experienced through touch, sound, and descriptive interpretation, making it particularly engaging and accessible for young audiences. The exhibition will be open for a very limited time only, from Wednesday 11 February to Friday 13 February for schools and youth groups to book free guided tours.
To book your tour email [email protected]
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Level 1+ Smartphone Photography – new two part course – now booking.
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 31 January 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Part 1, 31st January - the first workshop is a full-day, in-person session focused on practical shooting exercises. Award Winning tutor Brendan O’Sé will guide you to enhance your visual awareness, enabling you to capture more dynamic and creative compositions directly with your smartphone camera.
Part 2, 7th February held online the following week, is a half-day editing session. You will learn expert techniques to get the absolute best out of your newly captured images.
Cost : €180
11 - 13 February 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Canon World Unseen is a sensory and tactile exhibition designed to be experienced through touch, sound, and descriptive interpretation, making it particularly engaging and accessible for young audiences. The exhibition will be open for a very limited time only, from Wednesday 11 February to Friday 13 February for schools and youth groups to book free guided tours.
To book your tour email [email protected]
Cost : Free
Classes & Workshops
Level 1+ Smartphone Photography – new two part course – now booking.
11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 31 January 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Part 1, 31st January - the first workshop is a full-day, in-person session focused on practical shooting exercises. Award Winning tutor Brendan O’Sé will guide you to enhance your visual awareness, enabling you to capture more dynamic and creative compositions directly with your smartphone camera.
Part 2, 7th February held online the following week, is a half-day editing session. You will learn expert techniques to get the absolute best out of your newly captured images.
Cost : €180
1:15 pm to 2:00 pm
Friday, 30 January 2026
Photo Museum Ireland
Are women more empathetic than men? For Brigit's Festival, Photo Museum Ireland is hosting a special tour of Empathy Machine, an exciting, interactive exhibition by the Finnish artist and researcher, Maija Tammi. The tour will be followed by an informal discussion on gender and empathy. All genders and all ages are welcome. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served.
Cost : free
Classes & Workshops
One to One Darkroom Photography Printing workshop
One to One workshops are organised by individual request.
Photo Museum Ireland
3 hour one to one Darkroom workshops led by tutor and artist Darragh Shanahan will introduce you to film processing and the basics of Silver Gelatine photography printing. Start your analog chemistry based photography journey and receive 10 free hours of Darkroom time.