Roscommon County Council, with support from Creative Ireland Funding, is proud to present ‘In These Rooms’, a new exhibition by acclaimed artist Greer MacKeogh. The exhibition officially opened on August 31, 2024, at An Ríoga in Boyle and will run until Sunday September 15.

The exhibition is open to the public on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11am to 4pm and again on Saturdays and Sundays from 11am to 6pm.

Artist Greer Mac Keogh pictured following the launch of her exhibition

Greer’s research, conversations and artistic response have spanned eight years and various phases of The Royal Hotel’s final years including its recent restoration and renovation by Roscommon County Council under the Rural Regeneration Development Fund.

Opened last year as An Ríoga, a multi-functional building, it is fantastic to see an exhibition of this calibre in the impressive dedicated Gallery space.

"In These Rooms" invites visitors on a contemplative journey through space, memory, and human connection. MacKeogh's latest work explores themes of identity and belonging, using a range of media that captures both the familiar and the elusive. Drawing on her distinct style, the exhibition presents a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience.

The opening event, held on August 31, 2024, at 4 pm, was a resounding success, bringing together art enthusiasts, local community members, and representatives of Roscommon County Council.

The exhibition was celebrated for its thought-provoking installations and MacKeogh's unique artistic vision. Attendees were given an exclusive preview of the artworks and an opportunity to engage with the artist herself, who spoke passionately about the inspiration and creative process behind her latest work.

Artist Greer Mac Keogh and family

Cathaoirleach of Roscommon County Council, Cllr Paschal Fitzmaurice congratulated Greer MacKeogh saying “In These Rooms is a meticulous and very interesting exhibition, which I know will be of great interest to the people of Boyle and beyond, in particular those who shared their stories about love, work, social and community occasions.”

Greer MacKeogh has garnered critical acclaim for her ability to capture the intricacies of human emotion and experience. Her work has been described as evocative, layered, and rich with narrative, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own stories within the spaces she creates.

The exhibition is open to the public, and all are welcome to attend and immerse themselves in this powerful collection of works.

Roscommon County Council is delighted to support this exhibition as part of its ongoing commitment to fostering creativity and cultural expression within the community, made possible through the Creative Ireland Programme.

Cathaoirleach Cllr. Paschal Fitzmaurice, Vincent Woods, Greer Mac Keogh, Arts Officer Rhona McGrath and Majella Hunt