Nairobi to Neidín: A Tribute to the Life and Art of Christine Bowen: Sheen Falls Lodge, Kenmare

As part of this year’s Art at the Falls, we are delighted to present Nairobi to Neidín: A Tribute to the Life and Art of Christine Bowen, a special exhibition celebrating the remarkable life, work and enduring artistic legacy of Christine Bowen.

Bringing together a carefully selected collection of Bowen’s artwork, the exhibition traces an extraordinary creative journey that spans continents, cultures and generations. From her early years in Nairobi to her later life in Kenmare — or Neidín, as it is known in Irish — Bowen developed a distinctive artistic voice shaped by her experiences, surroundings and deep connection to place.

Nairobi to Neidín offers an opportunity to explore the breadth and character of Bowen’s work, while reflecting on the different influences that informed her practice throughout her life. The exhibition celebrates not only her achievements as an artist, but also the lasting impression she made on the cultural life of Kenmare and the wider Irish artistic community.