Art, Folk Music & Memories at Joan Clancy Art Gallery

Enjoy a showcase of work from Ireland’s finest contemporary artists at Joan Clancy Art Gallery, with stories of Hollywood and The Clancy Brothers!

Tucked away along the scenic coastline with sweeping views of Helvick Heads, this intimate art gallery offers something truly special. Set within a Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) area, it’s not just a place to view art, but to experience it through language, landscape, and story. Visitors are welcomed into the home of Joan Clancy, gallery owner, art director, and a woman with a remarkable history, where the atmosphere is as warm and inviting as it is inspiring. There’s often the chance to chat, learn a cúpla focail, and settle into a space that feels both personal and quietly magical.

The gallery itself showcases a rotating collection of works by Ireland-based artists, thoughtfully curated and displayed in a setting that feels more like a lived-in sanctuary than a traditional exhibition space. Each piece is brought to life through Joan’s storytelling, creating a deeper connection between the viewer, the artist, and the work. Beyond the art, Joan shares captivating stories from her life on the road as the wife of the late Tom Clancy of The Clancy Brothers, with glimpses into Hollywood and Broadway along the way.

Personal photographs and memorabilia offer rare, intimate insights into these moments, making a visit here not just about art, but about heritage, music, and a life richly lived.

Art, Folk Music & Memories

Enjoy a guided tour of Joan Clancy Art Gallery located in An Rinn – an Irish-speaking Gaeltacht area overlooking Dungarvan Bay in Co. Waterford. Spend time with Joan in her home as she shares personal photos and memorabilia of The Clancy Brothers & Tommy Makem from Hollywood and Broadway.

Includes:

• Guided tour of Joan Clancy Art Gallery – stories and insights into the artists and paintings shared
• Spend time with Joan and practice speaking the Irish language
• Opportunity to purchase art from the gallery

The gallery can be enjoyed as part of a private group booking, with a guided tour lasting approximately 45 minutes.

Joan Clancy Art Gallery supports Irish artists and culture through low-impact, authentic experiences in the Irish-speaking Gaeltacht.

Book Your Tour Now

Call 086 813 4597 or email info@joanclancygallery.com