Meeting Point: Main Reception
Drop in, no booked required.

Take time for yourself and experience something new with our Slow Looking Art Tours – these relaxed, drop-in tours take a closer look at selected works from IMMA’s exhibitions. Talking about an artwork with someone else can open our eyes to new details and reveal things we did not see at first. These tours will help you to slow down and spend time with selected artworks, discussing them with others in a convivial and supportive atmosphere

All are welcome to sign up for this free programme, no previous experience required.   

Slow Looking Art Tours are offered as part of IMMA Horizons: Lifelong Creativity for the Curious. IMMA Horizons provides free creative experiences and events for adults to meet and explore art together at a relaxed pace, in a sociable and supportive environment that encourages active participation by all. Take time for yourself and discover new ways of looking at the world and connecting with others, through facilitated experiences at IMMA and online.

Online: Zoom Session
Free, booking required. Book here.

IMMA Horizons presents Slow Looking Art Online, a virtual tour to ignite your curiosity. From the comfort of your own location, IMMA Guides will lead you through an unhurried exploration of each artwork, encouraging you to engage your senses, deepen your connection with art and cultivate a more mindful approach to viewing.

During these online sessions, you’ll be invited to delve deeper into the works, taking time to reflect on what you see, what your eyes are drawn to, and how this work makes you feel.

Join us for a virtual, online IMMA slow art experience! Delve deeper, as we explore IMMA artworks by engaging the senses and fostering creative responses.

Please note that we will distribute the Zoom link to all participants one day prior to the scheduled session.

Meeting Point: Main Reception
Free, booking required. Book your place here

This tour is led by Sandra Murphy, a member of IMMA’s Visitor Engagement Team and an amateur wildlife photographer and Birder. This easy one-hour walking tour will explore part of the 48-acre IMMA and RHK site which includes the Meadows and Formal Gardens, to observe the birds, plants, and pollinating insects. Hand lenses and magnifying glasses will be provided.  

Places for this tour are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment! 

Is é príomhfháiltiú Áras Nua-Ealaíne na hÉireann an láthair chruinnithe.
Saor in aisce, is gá áirithint a dhéanamh. Déan áirithint anseo.

The meeting place is IMMA’s main reception.
Free, booking required. Book here.

Bígí linn sa ngailearaí do thuras neamhfhoirmiúil trí Ghaeilge ar cheann d’ár dtaispeántais. Tugann an turas leathuaire seo deis do dhaoine tuilleadh eolais a fháil ar na saothair ealaíne agus iad ag plé leis an nGaeilge ar bhealach éagsúil. Tá fáilte roimh gach leibhéal líofachta sa Ghaeilge – seo bealach deas, réchúiseach chun do chúpla focal a úsáid!

Saor in aisce, is gá áirithint a dhéanamh. Déan áirithint anseo.

Is é príomhfháiltiú Áras Nua-Ealaíne na hÉireann an láthair chruinnithe.

Dé Sathairn, 14ú Meitheamh, 1.30 – 2in.

Join us in the gallery for an informal tour as Gaeilge on one of our exhibitions. This 30 minute tour is an opportunity to find out more about the artworks while engaging with the Irish language. All levels of Irish speakers are welcome, a relaxed way to practice your ‘cúpla focal’!

Free, booking required. Book here.

The meeting place is IMMA’s main reception.

Saturday, 14 June, 1.30 – 2pm.

Location: Formal Gardens (If weather is wet, sessions will take place in the People’s Pavilion on the Front Lawn)
Drop-in, no booking required.

Our popular outdoor yoga sessions return to the scenic Formal Gardens. Suitable for attendees of any age and ability.  The classes offer an oasis of calm and wellness in the heart of the city.  

With 40 years of experience in teaching yoga, relaxation, meditation and embodiment practices, Paola brings a contagious joy of movement and a wide range of techniques to suit diverse needs. Paola’s interest in experiential anatomy, embodied philosophy, storytelling, and visualisation, make these classes a tonic for the body, mind, and soul.  

Important information: Please wear comfortable clothes and bring your own yoga mat. Avoid eating a full meal before the class. Please contact the facilitator in advance of attending a class to inform her of any health issue that may be relevant to the practice of yoga.  

Meeting point: Main Reception
Free, booking required. Book your place here.

To all new parents, we are inviting you to come to IMMA and join us for Parent & Baby Hour at the Museum. Join Ciara Murray and Joan Walker, from IMMA’s Visitor Engagement Team, in the gallery for a relaxed tour and discussion about the artwork. The meeting place for the session is at the main IMMA reception. 

Our aim is to provide a relaxed casual space for parents to meet up and at the same time to nurture their imaginative and creative side with baby looking on. As much as we love to see the gorgeous, beautiful babies, this is about ‘You’, the parent, your time for You! 

Note: This session is for parents with young babies who are not yet mobile. 

Meeting Point: Main Reception
Drop in, no booking required.

Joining one of our guided tours is a great way to get to know IMMA and our exhibitions in more detail. Our experienced guides are extremely knowledgeable about art in general, and each IMMA exhibition in particular. Free, no booking needed!

Each tour lasts 30 mins. Please arrive early for tours as numbers are limited (max 20).

No booking required. Please note that tours may not take place if other talks or workshops are in progress at the same time, so please inquire at reception on the day, or in advance of your visit.