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.

Why is it important for visitors to feel safe when visiting the gallery?

What was the response to the virtual tour of the gallery?