Casimir Markievicz: A Polish Artist in Bohemian Dublin (1903-1913) explores the life, art, and theatre of Casimir Markievicz, husband of Irish revolutionary Constance Markievicz, who was a central figure in the Dublin avant-garde of the early 20th century. The exhibition includes more than 80 paintings, photographs, and archival objects from national and international public collections as well as private lenders, including numerous works from Polish family collections returning to Ireland for the first time. The exhibition also features many paintings and photographs of Ukraine, where Casimir’s family lived, including works created by both Constance and Casimir. An 80-page publication will accompany the exhibition.
Curated by Prof. Emily Mark-FitzGerald (UCD) and Dr Kathryn Milligan (NCAD), the exhibition will be on show in the State Apartments Galleries of Dublin Castle from 22nd April until 15th September 2025.
The exhibition is a joint initiative of the Office of Public Works, Dublin Castle and the Embassy of Poland in Dublin, and is part of the Embassy’s cultural programme celebrating Poland’s presidency of the Council of the European Union in 2025.
Location: The State Apartment Galleries, Dublin Castle
Duration: 22nd April – 15th September, 2025
Admission: €3 (OR included as part of one’s self-guided ticket)
Ticket Desk Opening hours: 9.45 am – 5.15 pm
