Iconic Dublin spot set to close its doors for ‘at least three years' as major renovation project gets underway
The Hugh Lane Gallery in
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The Hugh Lane gallery is set to close for at least three years
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The Hugh Lane Gallery was founded in 1908 by Sir Hugh Lane and is one of the world's oldest public galleries of modern and contemporary
Located in Charlemont House on Parnell Square North, this iconic spot holds a renowned collection featuring works by Monet, Renoir, Manet along with the preserved studio of painter Francis Bacon.
And Dublin City Council confirmed the gallery is expected to remain closed for at least three years.
The refurbishment will take place alongside the
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In a statement, the council said: 'Dublin City Council is pleased to announce that the planned refurbishment of the Hugh Lane Gallery will proceed alongside the construction of a new city library for Dublin.
'The gallery will close its doors to the public on 28th September 2025 to facilitate the renovation and the safe removal of the gallery's collection.
'It is expected to remain closed for at least 3 years.'
The project will upgrade the gallery's original 1930s wing to meet modern
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It aims to protect the collection for future generations and improve the gallery's ability to host major international exhibitions.
A new internal link between the gallery and the planned library will also be added to create a shared cultural space "combining art and literature."
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The gallery's conservation team is currently preparing the
A permanent fixture at the gallery, Francis Bacon's Studio will remain on-site and fully protected throughout the closure period.
The refurbishment is part of a wider investment in developing Parnell Square into a key cultural destination in Dublin.
Dublin City council added: 'The Hugh Lane Gallery conservation team is working hard to safely pack and transport the gallery's renowned collection to museum standard storage facilities.
'This ensures the public's collection is being cared for to the highest standards and will be ready for display when the gallery reopens.'
It comes days after a popular restaurant in the capital has announced
Karen's Gone Wild on
They wrote on Instagram: "After a wild ride, we've decided it's time to shut our doors.
"Karen's will officially close after Sunday, August 3rd - so if you've ever wanted to experience the madness (or come back for round two), now's your last chance.
"Like many independent spots, we've felt the pressure - VAT at 13.5%, rising costs, tight margins, and so much more.
"A huge thank you to everyone who supported us, shouted at us, laughed with us, and made this place what it was.
"It's been unreal. Once again thank you for being part of it - we hope to see you one last time before we turn off the lights."
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