National Gallery of Ireland prepares to reopen

Sheila Boylan, the visitor experience manager, discusses the gallery's preparations for reopening, emphasizing safety and welcoming visitors back. New self-guided audio tours are introduced, focusing on Irish visitors. During the lockdown, a virtual tour was launched, receiving over 80,000 views. The gallery highlights the importance of visitor interaction with the nation's collection.

What team has been put in place to ensure visitor safety during the gallery's reopening?

• Health advisory team

• Security team

• Visitor experience team

• Corporate response team

What new feature is the gallery offering to enhance visitor experience?

• Guided group tours

• Self-guided audio tours

• Live painting sessions

• Interactive workshops

Who is the primary target audience for the new self-guided audio tours?

• International tourists

• Local artists

• School groups

• Irish visitors

How many views did the virtual tour of the gallery receive during the lockdown?

• 50,000 views

• 80,000 views

• 100,000 views

• 120,000 views

What aspect of the gallery's collection is highlighted during the virtual tour?

• The history of the gallery

• The architecture of the building

• Detailed views of paintings

• The gallery's gift shop