Discover the Art of Medieval Calligraphy at the Medieval Mile museum, Kilkenny
Looking for creative workshops in Kilkenny or a cultural evening experience inspired by history and art?
Join us at the Medieval Mile Museum for a beautiful and engaging Medieval Calligraphy Workshop, part of the Six After 6 Summer Cultural Series, where visitors can learn the elegant art of historic lettering within the remarkable surroundings of St Maryโs Church.
Led by Dr Julia Skinner, this hands-on evening workshop invites participants to slow down, work creatively and discover the writing styles that helped shape some of historyโs most celebrated manuscripts.
The Beauty of Medieval Calligraphy
Before printing presses and digital fonts, calligraphy transformed words into works of art.
Medieval scribes developed intricate writing styles that brought manuscripts to life through carefully formed lettering and decorative design. One of the most recognisable is uncial script, a flowing style used throughout medieval Europe and commonly found in illuminated manuscripts.
Closely linked with Irelandโs rich manuscript tradition and masterpieces such as the Book of Kells, calligraphy combined patience, skill and artistic expression.
This workshop offers participants the opportunity to explore these historic techniques and experience the craftsmanship behind medieval writing.
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Learn with Dr Julia Skinner
Dr Julia Skinner will guide participants through the foundations of medieval calligraphy and introduce the basic skills needed to write the alphabet using uncial script.
Whether you are returning to illuminated artwork created in earlier workshops or discovering calligraphy for the first time, this welcoming and creative evening is suitable for all skill levels.
Participants will leave with:
โ Their own calligraphy practice work
โ Practical lettering skills
โ A deeper appreciation of medieval manuscript traditions
โ Creative inspiration to continue at home
Event Details
Date: Friday, 4 September | 6 pm
20 places available | โฌ15 per person | 18+
All materials included
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Six After 6 Summer Cultural Series
The 6 After 6 Summer Cultural Series offers a unique opportunity to enjoy creative workshops and evening cultural experiences in Kilkenny within some of the cityโs most historic and inspiring settings.
Featuring 36 free and ticketed events from June to early September, the Six After 6 โ Summer Cultural Series brings many of Kilkennyโs leading visitor attractions to life after hours, creating memorable evenings for both locals and visitors throughout the summer.
The six attractions taking part in the series are:
โย Medieval Mile Museum
โย Butler House & Garden
โย Smithwickโs Experience
โย Rothe House
โย St Caniceโs Cathedral
โย Butler Gallery
Whether you are seeking a new hobby, a cultural evening out or simply looking for something different to do in Kilkenny, the Six After 6 programme offers a rich mix of creativity, heritage and discovery across the city.
At the Medieval Mile Museum, our workshops provide an inspiring opportunity to connect with medieval history through making, learning and creativity in the remarkable surroundings of St Maryโs Church.
Theย Six after 6 โ Summer Cultural Seriesย is supported by Kilkenny County Council, Fรกilte Ireland โ Irelandโs Ancient East and the Kilkenny Night Time Economy Pilot.
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For more info
Visit:ย www.medievalmilemuseum.ie
Call: 056 781 7022 | Email: info@medievalmilemuseum.ie