Butler Gallery

The Butler Gallery is one of Irelands most vibrant contemporary art spaces outside of Dublin and is an organization that has made significant contributions to the contemporary visual arts since it’s establishment in 1943. Our policy and programme are committed to exhibiting the work of Irish and emerging artists along with highlighting major international artists, when possible. We are privileged to have an important collection of Irish and international art dating from the 1800s, which we are committed to safeguarding for the future. Located in medieval Kilkenny Castle, we attract a broad and diverse audience of local, national and international visitors. We offer our visitors contemporary exhibitions, which reflect the constantly changing nature of visual art practice and the range of media used in the making of contemporary work.