Guest Blog
The Cottage Linen Weavers
Discover the fascinating history of Ireland's flax farming and linen weaving ancestors.
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Our collections tell the story of our shared experiences. These articles help to connect the dots around who we are, the past we share and the future we are building together.
Ulster
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Making Mrs Mellon
Our Visitor Guide, Pamela Gunn, has interpreted Mrs Mellon for multiple years. Join us on International Women's Day as we explore her story.
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The Mellon Migration Story
Learn more about the story of Thomas Mellon and migration
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Folk Park Live: Songs of the Settlers
A musical journey charting the stories of those who left Ulster over the course of 300 years.
Connections
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St. Patrick's Day
St. Patrick's Day is a celebration that began in Ireland, moved to America, and then returned in the later 20th century to reinvigorate the homeland celebrations.
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The McBrien Postcard Collection
Join Fiona McClean, Curatorial Assistant, in exploring the McBrien postcard collection - 'the instant messages of the time'.
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Murmurations Sculpture
A collaborative art piece echoing Ulster’s links with the Appalachians and a reflection on contemporary migration to Ireland.
