The Ark is a dedicated cultural centre for children. We create opportunities for children, along with their families and friends or with their school, to discover and love art. Through our work with leading Irish and international artists children can enjoy performances in our unique child-sized theatre, view engaging exhibitions or participate in creative workshops.
Ark illustration by Kate Brangan
Get creative and discover the secrets behind your favourite colours with exhibitions, workshops, performances and talks for Ages 2+
Step into The Ark this summer and experience a world full of COLOUR! Let us guide you through our interactive exhibition that brings to life the fascinating stories of creating and using colour in all its forms.
“Once upon a time Bold Red went on a splendid adventure with her friend Shiny Yellow….”, but who else did they meet? A fun colour-filled workshop for ages 2-3.
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Music can create a very special mood and atmosphere to which the very young artists can experiment and play. A gentle, creative workshop for ages 2-3.
Exploring the role of colour in animation. What’s a happy colour and what’s a sad colour, a warm colour or a cold colour? What makes them happy or cold?
Find out in this FREE talk with artist Rory Conway from the multi award nominated animation studio Cartoon Saloon.
Get carried away with your paintbrush in this extra- large, group painting event for families on Meeting House Square behind The Ark. For Ages 2+
Seeing music and hearing colours....did you ever wonder what red might sound like? When you hear a sound can you imagine it having a colour? A free performance for ages 4+.
