Belfast City Council has announced an upcoming solo exhibition by Kerrie Hanna, its artist-in-residence at Botanic Gardens.
Titled The Earth is the First Body, the exhibition marks the conclusion of her residency and celebrates her creative work and contribution to the city.
The showcase will feature a collection of contemporary stained glass and mixed-media artworks created using pigments, charcoals, and inks gathered entirely on-site within the gardens.
The public is invited to attend a free opening event on Saturday 24 October 2026, from 1pm to 3pm inside the historic glass structure of the Palm House at Botanic Gardens.
Chair of Belfast City Council’s City Growth and Regeneration Committee, Councillor Joe Duffy, spoke about the upcoming exhibition:
“Kerrie has been an incredible asset to our cultural offering at Botanic Gardens. Throughout her tenure, she held highly popular ‘show and tell’ days inside the Tropical Ravine and Palm House, where she invited the public to learn how to forge natural inks and charcoals using plant offcuts, fallen leaves, and flower petals gathered on-site.
“Kerrie’s residency has been nothing short of fantastic, and I am delighted to support her upcoming exhibition. I would encourage everyone to come along and experience her incredible work at the Palm House, which runs until 6 December.
“This successful residency highlights Council’s ongoing commitment to investing in the city’s vibrant arts sector, ensuring that creative opportunities continue to thrive.”
Keep up to date with Kerrie’s work via Instagram @kerriehanna. For more information on art projects, creative mentorships, and upcoming cultural events, visit www.belfastcity.gov.uk and search ‘culture.’
