Discover Ardclough
The Ardclough Village Centre is a multicultural exhibition and events centre, located in a lush rural area of Kildare, nestling on the banks of the Grand Canal. It features different exhibitions, speaker series and social events. It is a not-for-profit community centre that brings culture to rural Ireland. The centre is housed in a building that served as Ardclough's primary school, St Anne's NS, from 1949 to 2013. Various aspects of local and regional history are commemorated with storyboards throughout the building — writers and artists such as Emily Lawless and Mary Redmond, patriots such as John Devoy and Valentine Lawless, and horses and hurlers that won national and international fame.
The Building
riginally St Anne's NS, the village primary school, serving Ardclough from 1949 to 2013.
Today it houses the "From Malt to Vault" exhibition, Arthur's Coffee House, a meeting room, and a community garden.
We celebrate community spirit by hosting diverse exhibitions and social events that connect people to their history, fostering a sense of belonging and appreciation for our rich local culture.
Town & Village Renewal Scheme
The Town and Village Renewal Scheme provides funding for projects that make our towns and villages more attractive and sustainable.
The Fund supports dozens of projects nationwide with a focus on tackling vacancy and dereliction and bringing additional footfall into the centre of our communities. Ardclough Village Centre is proud to be one of those projects.
Committed to Heritage and Community Engagement
Our expertise lies in curating immersive cultural experiences that celebrate local history, enhance community ties, and promote the rich heritage of rural Kildare.
Funding & Support
Get to know the passionate individuals who bring Ardclough Village Centre to life through their community-focused initiatives and expertise.
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