Notre Dame Kylemore's residency programs provide opportunities for an eclectic range of artistic, musical, dance, business, and writing initiatives to grow and flourish in the beauty and tranquility of Connemara. Open registration to these programs invites living, learning, and communing in an inspirational setting. Residents can establish connections with peers in their field when participating in one of our tailored programs, housed at the Notre Dame Centre at Kylemore on the grounds of the Kylemore Abbey Estate. These value-driven programs, created and instructed by masters of their trade, allow for creativity, insight, and deep reflection with focused concentration. The goal of these programs is to produce innovative work that positively impacts others and serves the greater good of humanity.
MFA: Art Residency Program
Partnered with the New York Academy of Art, the Royal Hibernian Academy, and the University of Notre Dame's MFA in art program, this month-long residency program has representation from all over the world. Through this program, students have the opportunity to be exposed to the Irish professional art scene, visit galleries throughout the country, and experience local Irish art studios.
Capture Your Life's Fire: A Memoir Writing Workshop
Join award-winning author, columnist, and speaker Heather King for Capture Your Life's Fire: A Memoir Writing Workshop. The format for this weeklong workshop will include talks, discussions, prompts, and plenty of quiet writing time. You’ll learn tips and techniques to help you structure your stories, envision your narrative arcs, and adapt your life events into a chronological memoir. The only requirement to attend is a desire to establish a more dedicated and structured way to write.
Instructor-Led Writing Programs
Notre Dame Kylemore offers two Instructor-Led Writing Residencies each year: one in Winter and one in Spring.
Self-Guided Writing Program
Join a like minded group of peers in the peaceful and inspiring surroundings of Kylemore Estate for our Self-Guided Writing Program. The stunning beauty of the Connemara landscape provides the perfect setting for inspiration and reflection. Take time to complete a piece of work or continue writing at your own pace in a quiet and comfortable environment.