Located in the heart of Cork city, the Crawford Art Gallery is a premier National Cultural Institution dedicated to the historic and contemporary visual arts of Ireland. Established originally in 1724 as the city’s custom house, it now hosts a vast permanent collection of over 3,000 works, including paintings, sculptures, and contemporary video installations.

The gallery’s collection uniquely features Greek and Roman sculpture casts brought from the Vatican Museum in 1818, linking Cork’s cultural heritage to broader European traditions.

It offers a deep dive into Irish art history through works by iconic 20th-century Irish artists such as Seán Keating, Harry Clarke, Norah McGuinness, Mainie Jellett, and Jack B. Yeats.

Crawford Art Gallery also champions contemporary Irish art with exhibitions showcasing modern artists who continue to innovate and shape Ireland’s artistic landscape.

Through engaging educational and "Learn and Explore" programs, it fosters public appreciation of Irish and international art practices.

Admission to the gallery is free, making it highly accessible to locals and tourists alike. The building itself, steeped in history, adds architectural charm to the experience, while its role as a central fixture in Cork’s cultural tourism makes it a must-visit for art enthusiasts.