Butler Gallery invites you to join us for National Drawing Day for a series of free family-friendly events, with activities for all ages and artistic abilities.

National Drawing Day is an annual celebration of drawing and creativity, which is an initiative of the National Gallery of Ireland and is co-hosted by dozens of partner venues around the island of Ireland.

This year, our theme for National Drawing Day is Lines of Heritage and we will be hosting a variety of activities in our galleries, Learning Centre and gardens, for all ages. Please see list below for details of our free drop-in workshops.

Autism-Friendly morning and drawing - Location: Learning Centre at Butler Gallery.

• Butler Gallery is excited to offer a special Autism-Friendly Morning, designed to provide a welcoming, inclusive and sensory-sensitive environment.  This morning will feature a unique drawing exercise, inspired by works from the gallery's permanent collection, encouraging participants to engage with art in a creative, tactile way. All are welcome to join in this thoughtful and inclusive experience!

Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.