Bright Ideas: Who's He When He's at Home? Poetry Day at the Joyce Centre

James Joyce Centre, North Great George's Street, Dublin 1

Celebrate Poetry Day Ireland in front of literature's most iconic doorway (No. 7 Eccles `Street from Ulysses) with poetry and readings.

The James Joyce Centre, presented in association with Poetry Ireland, invites you for a lunchtime gathering bringing poets and audiences together in honour of Poetry Day Ireland.

On Thursday, 28th May at 1-2pm, we will be gathering at the doorway of No. 7 Eccles Street — one of the most iconic homes in literature, as featured in Ulysses by James Joyce. Located in our courtyard, the doorway is the threshold of Leopold Bloom’s home, inviting reflection on the meaning of home through poetry. The idea of home is at the heart of Ulysses, where Joyce transforms everyday domestic life into something expansive and deeply human. No. 7 Eccles Street becomes a powerful symbol of return, intimacy, and inner life. The event invites audiences to reflect on how home is experienced — not just as a fixed place but as something shaped by movement, relationships, and imagination.

The event will feature invited poets alongside an open mic segment, encouraging participation from the public. Tea and coffee will be served.

The event is free but booking is essential. All are welcome.