Butler Gallery

About this place

Butler Gallery is a contemporary art gallery and museum in Kilkenny, Ireland. It presents a collection of works by Irish and international artists from the 18th century to the present day. A wing has been devoted to the work of the Callan artist Tony O'Malley and his wife Jane. Established in Kilkenny city in 1943 by George Pennefather, the Butler Gallery is named in honor of Susan (Peggy) and Hubert Butler. The gallery, previously based in the basement of Kilkenny Castle, is located in the redeveloped Evans' Home, a former almshouse built in the 19th century for impoverished domestic servants.

Visitor Information

Admission

Free

Opening hours

Tu,We,Fr,Sa 10:00-17:00; Th 10:00-20:00; Su 11:00-17:00

Accessibility

Accessible

Getting There & Parking

Butler Gallery is located in County Kilkenny, roughly 119 km (1h 45m drive) from Limerick and 130 km (1h 55m) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 71 m away (Paid). Nearby highlights within a short drive include St. John's Priory (0.0 km away).