Arklow Arts Centre CLG

Arklow Arts Centre Company Limited by Guarantee operates as the town’s first community arts centre, providing a dedicated home for Arklow’s creative community. Founded by the 402 Art Collective, the organisation aims to establish a lasting cultural hub within the local area. The centre functions as an art gallery, offering creative workshops and studio spaces for artists. It hosts various events, including the Arklow Open Visual Artists Exhibition and the Arklow Plein Air Festival, which runs in conjunction with the Arklow Sea Breeze Festival. The venue also facilitates fundraising activities, such as art sales supporting medical causes, and organises community-focused initiatives like plant sales and workshops designed for mothers. The gallery is open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday, inviting visitors to engage with local art and culture. Through these diverse offerings, the company supports both professional artists and the wider public in accessing and participating in the arts.