View MapView Map
HomeDestinationsSligoSligo TownThe Model - Home of the N ...
The Model - Home of the Niland Collection
Sligo Town, Co. Sligo
Rainy days
Paid car parking
The Model - Home of the Niland Collection, in Sligo town, is one of Ireland's important contemporary arts centres with an extensive and vibrant programme of visual and performing arts.

The Model - Home of the Niland Collection, Sligo, provides audiences in the north west with access to cutting edge contemporary art exhibitions, projects, and talks by national and international artists. The Model is home to The Niland Collection which is significant for its focus on the north west of Ireland, through the artist or subject matter.

Their dynamic education department offers workshops, tours, classes and talks for children and adults alike and has developed ground breaking programmes for early years and those with mental and physical disabilities.

In addition to the above, The Model – Home of the Niland Collection also has a vibrant music programme which includes projects that respond to their exhibitions.

Why we like it
  • See creatives at work in their artist studios.
  • Enjoy a tasty treat and a coffee in the café.
Tips from locals

The Model presents a weekly series of Irish and international independent films in partnership with Sligo Film Society, one of Ireland’s long established film clubs.

Contact details
The Mall, Rathquarter, Sligo, Ireland
Visit duration

We recommend planning to spend 1 to 2 hours here.

Mail Icon SVG

Subscribe now to receive destination inspiration, travel tips, upcoming events and all the best things to do around Ireland.