Painting by Mary Corrigan.
A BEAUTIFUL new art exhibition – Harvest – is opening at The Courtyard Gallery, National Museum of Ireland, Turlough Park, next week.
The exhibition features the work of ‘HeARTh – art for older People at home – participants.
Founded in 2009 in Co. Mayo, ‘HeARTh is a unique arts programme that brings creativity directly into the homes of older people who are isolated or housebound for a variety of reasons. At the heart of the programme is a weekly one-to-one workshop facilitated by a skilled artist, tailored to each individual in the comfort of their own home.
One of the works by Kathleen Vesey, Achill, that features in the exhibition.
‘HeARTh envisions a world where everyone, regardless of age or circumstance, can explore their creativity. Through a range of artistic mediums, the programme nurtures personal expression and sparks meaningful connections. It imagines a map illuminated by creativity – each glowing point representing a person discovering the artist within.
This exhibition celebrates the transformative power of the arts to uplift the human spirit at every stage of life. Fourteen participants share their artwork alongside pieces created by the Hearth artists and mentors, highlighting the rich and collaborative journey of the project.
Daisys, by Ann Bourke.
In 2024 and 2025, ‘HeARTh has been grateful to receive generous support from Creative Ireland, Arts and Health, and the Mayo County Council Arts Service. Their partnership helps ensure that creativity continues to reach where it’s most needed – one home, and one heart, at a time.
The exhibition will be officially launched by Minister Dara Calleary on Friday, November 7, at 12 p.m. All are welcome.
