Crawford Art Gallery Information

Located in the heart of Cork, Ireland, Crawford Art Gallery is a vital part of Ireland's cultural and tourism infrastructure, welcoming over 265,000 visitors a year. Open daily | Free entry Crawford Art Gallery is home to a part of the National Collection featuring works from the 18th century to present. It is also home to the famous ‘Canova Casts’, which were gifted to the city of Cork in 1818. Well-known and loved paintings by 20th-century Irish artists such as Seán Keating, John Lavery, Jack B. Yeats, Norah McGuinness, Gerard Dillon, and Muriel Brandt feature in the gallery’s historic collection, while the modern collection features works by contemporary artists such as Eilis O’Connell, Vivienne Roche, Maud Cotter, and Hughie O’Donoghue. Crawford Art Gallery has a dynamic programme of exhibitions and Learn & Explore initiatives. We encourage visitors to enjoy our Free Guided Tours and to bask in the tranquility and atmosphere only a building with such history and beauty can provide. The architecture of the building, combining contemporary with historical, gives a breathtaking backdrop to a collection of national importance. Opening Hours: Mon - Sat: 10:00 - 17:00 Thu: 10:00 - 20:00 Sun: 11:00 - 16:00 Charity No.: CHY 18818