For one day only come and explore the landmark building at 42 Fairview Strand. In August 2021, CoisCéim moved into the landmark Victorian former postal sorting office, having transformed the space into a hub for creative experimentation with the generous support of the Arts Council of Ireland and the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport.  CoisCéim’s home was constructed in 1889 as a purpose-built Post Office. In 1909, it was extended to the front with a decorative limestone and red brick facade, identical as seen today.

2025 marks CoisCéim’s 4th participation in OPEN HOUSE DUBLIN – a highlight of our calendar that began with REACTION TO PLACE (hyperlink – https://www.coisceim.com/productions/a-reaction-to-place/), an exposition by architect, Jenny O’Leary that interrogated the rich heritage of the space to envision a sustainable future. This year, in addition to touring the ground floor, visitors will also have an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the variety of work created there with a special edition of CoisCéim Cinematheque – in person and up close in 180 degree virtual reality (VR). Aligning strongly with the 2025 Open House Europe theme of Future Heritage, CoisCéim’s first VR edition of Cinematheque aims to provoke discourse around how we harness / connect with our physical heritage and its lived experience in ways relevant to now.

This is a drop in event. No booking required, visitors may drop in anytime between 10:00am and 5:00pm to chat with staff about the architecture and history of the building.

See https://www.coisceim.com/films/open-house-dublin-edition/ for CoisCéim Cinematheque VR film screening schedule and booking details. Free admission, Capacity strictly limited.

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible Toilets