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Culture

Culture in Sligo is a lively, attractive combination of contemporary and traditional theatres and art centres. Writers and artists have long been inspired by Sligo and the poet William Butler Yeats, who was well known for his love of County Sligo, is buried in Drumcliffe.

Lissadell House

Set amid the stunning scenery of mountain, woods and sea, Lissadell House and Gardens are famous as the childhood home of Constance Markievicz and her siblings Eva and Josslyn Gore Booth. Constance was one of the leaders of the 1916 Rising, and was the first woman to be elected to the House of Commons at Westminister, London. Eva was poet of distinction and suffragist.

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Sligo Folk Park

Sligo Folk Park is located in the beautiful village of Riverstown, County Sligo. This community based attraction provides a true experience of rural life and Irish heritage at the turn of the late 19th Century.

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Yeats Memorial Building

A beautiful 19th Century red brick building, the home of the Yeats Society Sligo. Visit the WB Yeats exhibition and Hyde Bridge Gallery.

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Blue Raincoat Theatre Company

A professional ensemble based at The Factory Performance Space.

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Coleman Music Centre

The Coleman Irish Music Centre, situated in Gurteen, Co. Sligo, is one of the best equipped Irish music centres of Traditional Irish Music in Ireland.

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Hawk’s Well Theatre

The Hawk’s Well is a 340 seat theatre in Sligo, North West Ireland. We host a diverse programme of arts and entertainments including professional and amateur drama, a wide range of music from traditional and jazz to opera, plus dance, pantomime, children’s theatre and comedy.

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Sligo County Museum

The Sligo County Museum contains a fascinating collection of exhibits detailing Sligo’s rich stone-age history.

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The Model

This award-winning building is home to one of the most notable public art collections in Ireland, which features one of the largest public holdings of work by Jack Butler Yeats in existence.

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Visit Sligo…

/ Stunning Beaches

The Sligo coastline, along the Wild Atlantic Way, is the home of spectacular unspoilt beaches, that are overlooked by majestic mountain ranges.

/ Ancient Landscapes

Sligo’s archaeological and mythological heritage is incredibly rich, with one of the highest concentrations of prehistoric and later monuments in Western Europe.

/ Foodie Destination

What makes Sligo such a fantastic foodie destination is the culture that goes hand in hand with your food experience!

/ Annual Events

Sligo also has a number of headline events that take place annually.

/ Yeats

Yeats Society Sligo celebrate the life and work of WB Yeats and his talented family.

/ Activity & Adventure

Embrace your Adventure Sligo on the Wild Atlantic Way.

/ Culture

Culture in Sligo is a lively, attractive combination of contemporary and traditional theatres and art centres.

/ Getting Here

Sligo is easily accessible by road, air and train.

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    Sligo Live Extends to 11 Days from 18th to 28th October 2019
    Sligo Live has announced the first acts to play the biggest and best Festival in its 15 year history. Next October features top Irish...
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    HAGSTRAVAGANZA is back for its 5th birthday celebrations!
    Back by popular demand, the Hagstravaganza International Brewery Festival at the White Hag Ballymote will take place this year on the 26th and 27th...
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    Seven Photos That Prove That Sligo Is The Most Underrated County In Ireland
    Sligo is one of the most stunning counties in Ireland.
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    One Day in Sligo Town
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    Sligo Is Quickly Becoming The Trendiest Foodie Spot In Ireland
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    Hike To Ireland's Highest Inland Cliffs In Sligo’s Dartry Mountains
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    Ten Amazing Things To Do In County Sligo
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    Sligo on Tripadvisor
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    Best Tourism Award for South and West Sligo Tourism at Croke Park
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