Have an encounter with Irish art by discovering the cultural side of Galway. You can see unique exhibits of modern, Victorian, 20th century art ranging from paintings to sculpture, photography and prints. And you can even find the perfect gift or an exquisite souvenir to take home with you.
1) Dolan's Art
Dolan's Art is a western Ireland auction house whose main purpose is to draw important Irish art back to Ireland and to enrich the cultural heritage of the region. The range of art that you can buy here goes from contemporary to Victorian.
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2) Black Cat Gallery
Black Cat Gallery is a modest gallery that yet does not cease to amaze. Here you can find on display works by Janet Vinnell and Ted Turton. It specalizes in painting and sculpture with emphasis on the countryside.
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3) Kenny's Art Gallery
This gallery specializes in contemporary Irish art and holding exhibitions of 19th-20th century painters. This gallery organizes early retrospectives and also promotes young talented artists.
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4) Barna Gifts
Barna Gifts is a cross between a shop and an art gallery. What you can buy here are original design and other interesting items such as mirrors, umbrellas, glassware, framed art, glass art, etc.
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5) Polo Gallery
Situated near the Spanish Arc, this is another art jewel in the Galway crown. Polo Gallery is meant to open the universe of art to the layman and to promote art among the public.
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6) Galway Arts Centre
Galway Arts Centre is an art gallery open from Monday – Saturday and admission here is free. More than an art exhibitions center, Galway Arts Centre offers classes in art and also in writing and photography and other forms of art. Its mission is to promote art among young people, to encourage new artists, and present Galway to tourists.