Learn all about the art and life of Jack B. Yeats in this 45-minute guided tour of the exhibition The Dreaming Road. Led by an expert curator, the tour explores Yeats’ life, his love of Sligo and how it is reflected in all of his art. Enjoy private time in the gallery for an intimate, focused viewing experience while gaining deeper insight into one of Ireland’s most iconic painters. Perfect for art enthusiasts, curious visitors, and anyone looking to connect with Yeats’ unique artistic legacy.
For larger groups (10 or more) please contact info@themodel.ie before booking. For individual bookings use the booking link on their website here.
Tour information
Tours start at 11 am sharp and take approximately 45 minutes. Access to our galleries is free and you are welcome to view the rest of our exhibitions after your guided tour.
Notes:
In the interests of health and safety of the group and guides, please let us know if you are experiencing any Covid-19 symptoms or Flu like symptoms by email before coming to The Model to arrange a cancellation.
Available Tour Dates:
Sat. 7 Jun. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 14 Jun. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 21 Jun. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 28 Jun. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 12 Jul. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 19 Jul. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 26 Jul. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 2 Aug. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 9 Aug. 2025, 11 am
Sat. 16 Aug. 2025, 11 am
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- Admission fees: Paid Tour
- Suitable for younger children: Yes
- Indoor facilities: Yes
- Gift shop: On-site
- Dining/refreshments: The cafe offers pastries and cakes, including a wide range of gluten-free and dairy-free cakes. Tea, coffee, award-winning hot chocolates, kombucha, organic teas are available
- Guide dogs: Permitted.
- Toilets: On-site.
- Groups: Groups are welcome with prior booking.
- Accessibility: Fully accessible.
- Parking: Paid car park and free coach parking.
About Sligo town
Sligo town is the hub of the county and you will experience everything great in life while visiting – great food and drink, the very best festivals and live music and a cultural rhythm that is totally unique. It’s name in Irish is Sligeach which means ‘Shelly Place’, giving a great indication to our coastal and food heritage.
You will stroll along the banks of the beautiful Garavogue River and enjoy the natural beauty of Doorly Park and Lough Gill. The towering Benbulben Mountain is always in your frame and historic Knocknarea mountain with Queen Maeve’s burial cairn on the summit regularly pops in to view.
You will meet the friendliest people in the world and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. You can easily get around Sligo town and the nearby coastal seaside villages of Strandhill and Rosses Point by public transport too;
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