Culture Night at O'Connell House: Daniel O'Connell's 250th Birthday
Please note that this event takes place in Dublin. Times are in GMT.
Join the University of Notre Dame Dublin on Culture Night (Friday 19 September) as we open Daniel "The Liberator" O'Connell's home for his 250th birthday party! Book tickets to the Open House or the inaugural O'Connell Lecture via Eventbrite.
6 - 7 pm | The O'Connell Lecture
Professor Kevin Whelan (University of Notre Dame) will explore the life and legacy of The Liberator in the first annual O'Connell Lecture titled "Daniel O'Connell: The Global Irishman."
Booking is essential. If the lecture is sold out online, please email dublin@nd.edu or speak to Notre Dame Dublin staff members on Culture Night.
5 - 9 pm | Open House & Birthday Party!
All ages are welcome to peruse O’Connell’s historic home, write Daniel a birthday card, and enjoy a slice of cake.
Booking a ticketed time slot is preferred but not essential.
About Culture Night:
Culture Night / Oíche Chultúir is sponsored by the Arts Council of Ireland. It is a national moment, celebrating culture, creativity, and the arts and seeks to actively promote the belief that Ireland's rich and varied culture is alive, treasured and nurtured in people’s lives, today and every day. It is delivered nationwide in cities, towns, villages and rural locations as well as online and through media partners.
On September 19, 2025, doors will open later and special and unique events specifically programmed at participating locations and, thanks to the continued support of the Arts Council and Local Authorities across the island of Ireland, all activities are available to the public free of charge.