Arts Centres

Located in a beautifully restored 19th century Georgian Residence next to Listowel Castle, in Listowel’s magnificent Square, Seanchaí – Kerry Literary & Cultural Centre portrays the lives of North Kerry’s famous writers in a unique audio-visual experience. Writers featured include John B. Keane, Bryan MacMahon, Brendan Kennelly, George Fitzmaurice and Maurice Walsh.

Take a journey with the Kerry writers through historical and scenic north Kerry in a stunning audio - visual presentation in the Landscapes Room. Learn about the places, people, traditions and customs that influenced the writers in their works. Listen to Ireland's master ' Seancha i' Eamon Kelly tell of the great oral tradition that influences the writers and experience the memories of Writers' Week Literary Festival that nurtures the talent of many great Irish Writers.