Museums & Galleries · County Antrim
Seamus Heaney HomePlace
📍 BT45 8HT
Photo: Kenneth Allen (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- Exhibition on Seamus Heaney's life, poetry and photographs
- Library displaying books donated by the Heaney family
- Live performances of theatre, music or poetry in The Helicon
- Arts and crafts activities for kids and adults
- Café and gift shop on site
Seamus Heaney HomePlace is a museum in Mid Ulster, Northern Ireland, dedicated to the life and work of poet Seamus Heaney. Inside, you'll find an exhibition packed with poetry, photographs and stories exploring his formative years in the Bellaghy area, plus a library displaying hundreds of books donated by the Heaney family. There's also a performance space, The Helicon, hosting theatre, music and poetry events, along with arts and crafts activities suited to both adults and children. A café and gift shop round out the visit, and an education programme is available for school groups. It suits poetry lovers, literature enthusiasts, families and students. If you're staying nearby, there is 1 bookable place to stay within 5 miles on BritStays.
Practical details
- Booking
- Exhibition visits can be booked online
- Best for
- Fans of poetry, literature and the arts, including students
From the attraction's own website on 27 Oct 2026 — check before you travel.
Facilities
- ✓ Gift Shop
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