Join us on Friday, 4 September for First Fridays! The museum will be open late from 6pm until 9pm, with free admission and special events throughout the evening.
6.00pm-9.00pm | Exhibition
Wild Earth
Visit MoLI’s newest exhibition, Wild Earth, an exploration of Irish writers and the natural world through time, featuring poetry and prose from the sixth century AD to the present day.
6.30pm | Discusion
Anna Carey and Patrick Freyne
Writers Anna Carey and Patrick Freyne will discuss the role music plays in their lives and work, drawing on Ireland’s rich musical heritage and the wider world. This discussion will explore the intersection of music and literature, examining how one art form can inspire the other and how music continues to inform the creative work of Irish writers.
8pm | Music and Poetry
Caterina Schembri and Daragh Fleming
Live performances of music by Caterina Schembri and poet Daragh Fleming followed by a brief discussion placing text, literary motifs and musical composition in dialogue with each other, and exploring how they have found a new resonance in contemporary Ireland.
Please note that events throughout the evening operate on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend arriving at least 15 minutes before the listed start time to guarantee entry, as event spaces have limited capacity.
First Fridays is presented with the support of PwC and the Arts Council / An Chomhairle Ealaíon.
