OPW, Rathfarnham Castle is delighted to host Martin Stephenson (The Daintees) and John Perry (The Only Ones) for this very special performance in the eighteenth century surroundings of Rathfarnham Castle's […]
Join us to welcome in the Dawn Chorus and to identify birdsong. This event will proceed rain, hail or shine, except in the case of severe weather conditions. Please wear […]
Wabi Sabi - The Beauty of Insignificance A solo exhibition of new works by Martin McCann. As a painter Martin McCann aspires to paint flawed insignificance and is drawn to […]
Take a Walk on the Wild Side, and explore the grounds of Rathfarnham Castle to see what wildflowers are in bloom! Explore the folklore and mythology of Irish wildflowers. Admission […]
Come and explore the grounds of Rathfarnham Castle and see what wildflowers are in bloom! Explore the folklore and mythology of Irish wildflowers. Admission is free but places are limited […]
SOLD OUT As part of our Live at Rathfarnham Castle music programme, the Office of Public Works is delighted to present soprano Ruby Boland performing a selection of vocal music […]
Fáilte roimh chách/Everyone welcome for an informal chat and stroll through the building. Saor in aisce. Free admission. No booking required.
Join us for a talk on the life and career of Adam Loftus (d.1605) who in 1583 commissioned Rathfarnham Castle as his private residence. Covering his origins in Yorkshire, his […]
Join us for a children's craft workshop where we learn to make an Elizabethan ruff and craft a Tudor rose badge. Suitable for children aged 8 - 12 years. This […]
Join us for a presentation focusing on the architecture, symbolism and function of the Gilt Room at Rathfarnham Castle, a gem-like room based on Roman and Greek classical architecture designed […]
A themed tour of Rathfarnham Castle focusing on the dining and drinking habits of the 18th century élite in Ireland. Drawing on menus and written accounts from the period, together […]
A themed tour of Rathfarnham Castle focusing on the dining and drinking habits of the 18th century élite in Ireland. Drawing on menus and written accounts from the period, together […]