South Tipperary Arts Centre

Founded in 1996, the South Tipperary Arts Centre in Clonmel is a hub for Irish and international arts. It offers visual arts exhibitions, music, performances, poetry readings, dance, and workshops, enhancing engagement for artists and audiences. With the launch of the STAC Chapel in Spring 2023, the Centre now includes residencies, talks, and more, broadening its arts programming.

Visitor Information

Opening Hours:

Tuesday – Saturday*
10am – 5pm
(*Closed 1 – 2pm)
Closed Sun/Mon

Location:

South Tipperary Arts Centre is situated in a beautiful, light-filled Modernist building near the River Suir on Nelson Street, Clonmel, in the heart of the golden vale.  The building houses a gallery and a spacious upstairs studio/workshop.

Accessibility:

South Tipperary Arts Centre is wheelchair accessible on the ground floor, with touch-free automatic doors in place and our chair lift  can accommodate persons with mobility issues gain access to our upstairs studio space. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet on the ground floor.  We are happy to accommodate Guide and Service dogs in the gallery space.  Please contact us in advance of your visit if you have a specific query about access to the gallery.

Location:

The Arts Centre is located in the town centre, just off Parnell St., and a 5 minute walk from the Main Guard.  Clonmel is situated on the N24 Limerick to Waterford road, which connects with the M8 (Cork-Dublin) at Cahir, and the M9 via the N76 (Kilkenny-Clonmel).

Parking:

On-street parking is generally available on Nelson St., Parnell St., and the Quays.  Suirside FREE Carpark is located just off the old Waterford Road, a 5 minute walk away. All Day Parking is available at Suir Island Carpark for €3.50.

Travel Times:

Dublin – Clonmel: 2hrs 20mins
Cork – Clonmel: 1hr 10mins
Limerick – Clonmel: 1hr 20mins
Waterford – Clonmel: 1hr
Kilkenny – Clonmel: 50mins

We facilitate group visits, however we appreciate prior notice.  Please contact info@southtippartscentre.ie to plan your visit.

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