The Glucksman

The Glucksman is a contemporary art museum in the historic lower grounds of University College Cork. Named in honour of one of its founding donors, the American financier and philanthropist Lewis Glucksman, the building was opened by President Mary McAleese on 14 October 2004. Designed by ODonnell + Tuomey architects, the gallery has won numerous awards for its architecture and creative programmes. The Glucksman presents ambitious exhibitions of Irish and international art alongside a range of events and activities designed to encourage participation from all visitors, whether an art professional or first time gallery-goer. The Glucksman is a creative and flexible organisation that responds quickly and thoughtfully to economic, social, technological, cultural and demographic changes that take place in Ireland and globally. During the COVID19 pandemic, the Glucksman developed online and offsite programmes that enabled audiences to continue their creative engagement with the museu...