Saint Patrick Centre

The Saint Patrick Centre is a new and exciting interpretative exhibition which tells the fascinating story of Ireland's Patron Saint. Through Patrick's own words a light is shone on the arrival of Christianity in Ireland and its development through his mission.

The Art Gallery exhibits the work of professional artists and crafts peopl whose work are created in a variety of mediums including paintings, sculpture, print, textiles, ceramics and jewellery - offering the best in local, regional and national Irish art and craft.

The Cathedral Garden Restaurant provides fine cuisine in spacious and fashionable surroundings. In fair weather enjoy lunch on the terrace with dramatic views of Down Cathedral and the Mountains of Mourne.

A series of interactive displays allow visitors to explore how Patrick's legacy developed in early Christian times and reveal the fabulous artwork and metalwork which was produced during this Golden Age. The exhibition also examines the major impact of Irish missionaries in Dark Age Europe - a legacy which remains to this day.