A visit to IMMA can include time to discover and reflect in the galleries, browse the IMMA shop, explore the formal gardens and relax in the café.
During the summer months IMMA presents an extensive outdoor programme of events called IMMA Outdoors. This vibrant artistic programme turns the museum inside out and activates the 48 acres of the museum's grounds through artist commissions, performances, music, talks, workshops and tours. IMMA also hosts a series of events called IMMA Nights, running every Thursday and Friday evening from May to September. Details are available online.
IMMA welcomes everyone to enjoy its programmes. Facilities include family workshops, family activity packs and locker rooms. There is also an indoor and outdoor café, The Flying Dog. IMMA is wheelchair accessible, has a large car park and is just an 8 minute walk from the Luas stop at Heuston Station in Dublin City.
Dublin 8 is a vibrant neighbourhood to explore. Just a walk away are other major visitor attractions including Kilmainham Gaol and the Guinness Storehouse.
- Technologies of Peace: Art and Transition in Contemporary Europe (1989–2026)
Family funTechnologies of Peace: Art and Transition in Contemporary Europe (1989–2026) IMMA is proud to present Technologies of Peace a landmark exhibition that brings together researchers, artists, thinkers, and curators from across Europe to critically examine one of the defining challenges of our time: the question of peace.
- REWORKED: A Zero-Waste Jewellery Workshop with Shock of Grey
Family funREWORKED: A Zero-Waste Jewellery Workshop with Shock of Grey Create one-of-a-kind jewellery from vintage finds, preloved beads and forgotten treasures in this hands-on workshop with Shock of Grey. Learn simple upcycling techniques and transform discarded materials into unique wearable pieces.
- Festive Explorer Family Workshop
Family funFestive Explorer Family Workshop Enjoy creative family time with our Explorer art workshops this festive season. Discover artworks and stories in the museum, then create your own festive-inspired artwork to take home together.
- African Gospel Choir Dublin
Family funAfrican Gospel Choir Dublin Experience the uplifting sounds of the African Gospel Choir Dublin in this special Winter in Dublin performance, blending African gospel, spirituals, acapella and popular music in a joyful celebration of song and culture.
- Slow Art Tours
Family funSlow Art Tours Slow down and discover new perspectives through close looking. These free, conversational sessions invite you to spend time with artworks from IMMA's Collection and Exhibition Programme in a welcoming group setting.
- Conveniently located in a tranquil setting of gardens and meadows, in the historic Royal Hospital Kilmainham.
- Enjoy an extensive, family friendly programme of outdoor exhibitions, workshops, music and other summer events with something for all ages.
