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Picnic with us on Father's Day!

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Treat the whole family to a great day out and picnic this Father’s Day, Sunday 16th June.

Museum Celebrates Annual Photographic Competition

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Winners of the Photographic Competion announced.

Phootgraphic Competition Winners Announced

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

At the opening of the Annual Photographic Competition, this year's winners were announced......

Pupils Video conference with Award-Winning Author at Ulster American Folk Park

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On Tuesday 5th February, 120 schools were connected via video-conference to one of Ireland’s best-selling children’s authors, Marita Conlon-McKenna, to talk about her book 'Under the Hawthorn Tree', the first installment of her world famous Children of the Famine Trilogy.

No experience required: Creative writing course

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

“A Window on Emigration” is the theme of a six-week creative writing course for the Over 50s being held at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh. The creative writing course is part of National Museums Northern Ireland’s Live & Learn Project.

Top Science Students Honoured At Hans Sloane Awards

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Three talented students have been recognised for their excellence in A-Level Science by winning the prestigious Hans Sloane Awards.

Top Science Students Honoured At Hans Sloane Awards

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Three talented students have been recognised for their excellence in A-Level Science by winning the prestigious Hans Sloane Awards.

When Art becomes a Circus

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Children Rehearse John Luke’s ‘The Rehearsal’ at the Ulster Museum

When Art becomes a Circus

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast Children Rehearse John Luke’s ‘The Rehearsal’ at the Ulster Museum

Museum Choir in splendid voice ready for Christmas

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On the 5th, 12th and 22nd December, visitors will be invited to wrap up warm, leave the hustle and bustle of modern life behind and enjoy a musical Christmas treat at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum in Holywood, courtesy of the newly formed 50+ Christmas Choir, organised as part of the Live and Learn programme at National Museums Northern Ireland.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in true American style

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Thursday 22 November the Ulster American Folk Park will lay out an all-American celebration, recreating the mood and flavours of a traditional Pennsylvanian Thanksgiving Day in times of Civil War.

Images of Mongolia Exhibition Opens at the Ulster Museum

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Images of Mongolia, an exhibition of Mongolian postal history and culture will go on display in the Belfast Room at the Ulster Museum for a two week period from 6th to 19th November 2012.

Ireland’s BioBlitz 2012

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A BioBlitz is a race against the clock over a 24 hour period where scientists, naturalists and members of the public work together to find as many species as possible within a defined location.

Hallowe'en at The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The scariest time of the year is creeping up on us again as the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum gets ready to welcome a host of witches, wizards, ghosts and ghouls and all their young apprentices.

Celebrating 200 years of Charles Dickens

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

To celebrate Charles Dickens’ 200th birthday the Ulster Museum will host an exhibition marking the author’s special relationship with Northern Ireland as part of the Ulster Bank Belfast Festival at Queen’s this month.

Museum Training Scheme launched

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Following the success of the first Collections Skills Initiative in 2011, twelve more people have secured the opportunity to develop their career in the museum sector.

Short’s SC1 aircraft receives Engineering Heritage Award

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Short’s SC1 vertical take-off aircraft receives Northern Ireland’s first Engineering Heritage Award. The aircraft, built in Belfast in 1960 and currently on display at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum at Cultra , was recognised as being the first British fixed-wing vertical take-off and landing aircraft.

Bluegrass Music Festival Online Survey

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Complete our short online survey for your chance to win two Free Full Weekend Passes to the next Bluegrass Music Festival at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh OR two free National Museums Northern Ireland family passes.

Be part of a Christmas Choir

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Would you like to be part of a Christmas Choir at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum? The Museum’s Live and Learn project will be piloting a Christmas Choir project between October and December 2012. The aim will be to gather together a team of enthusiastic volunteers to rehearse and perform seasonal carols and folk songs at the Folk Museum in the weeks leading up to Christmas.

Home Rule and Ulster Covenant Artefacts Exhibition

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition exploring Home Rule and the Ulster Covenant opens to the public tomorrow (21st September) at the Ulster Museum.

Home Rule and Ulster Covenant Artefacts Exhibition

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition exploring Home Rule and the Ulster Covenant opens to the public tomorrow (21st September) at the Ulster Museum.

Museum Mornings 2012

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

During the month of August workshops for children aged 6-10 years old have been taking place at Armagh County Museum.

A Very Modern Leda

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Top Northern Ireland based and internationally renowned hairdresser Andrew Mulvenna and photographer Lee Mitchell are to recreate a 500 year-old hairstyle to mark the Leonardo da Vinci exhibition currently on show at the Ulster Museum in Belfast.

A Very Modern Leda

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Locals ready to ‘Sing Out’ at Bluegrass Musical Festival

Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Around 55 Tyrone and Fermanagh people ranging in age from 16 to 80 have formed a community choir which will take centre stage at this year’s Ulster American Folk Park Bluegrass Music Festival.

Top line-up for Bluegrass Festival's 21st Birthday

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster American Folk Park is gearing up for strumming on the porches of its log cabins, dancing in the cobbled streets and jamming outside the General Store when its annual Bluegrass Festival swings into action in just a few weeks.

Animal Antics at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum continues its celebration of farming animals throughout the summer with the annual Native and Traditional Breeds Weekend, taking place Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 August.

Ulster Museum to host live dinosaur descendants

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Visitors to the Ulster Museum can get up close to real live dinosaur descendants when some weird and wonderful reptiles are on show next Saturday, 4 August.

Ulster Museum to host live dinosaur descendants

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Visitors to the Ulster Museum can get up close to real live dinosaur descendants when some weird and wonderful reptiles are on show next Saturday, 4 August.

Donkeys “hoof it” to the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland’s top donkeys will turn their hooves towards the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum for this year’s Good Old Irish Donkey Day, taking place this Saturday 4^th August.

Capris set to roar into Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Ford enthusiasts will flock to the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum for the annual Ford Capri Car Club Day this Sunday, 22 July.

Ulster Museum records busiest month in history

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum is celebrating after achieving its busiest month on record.

Ulster Museum records busiest month in history

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum is celebrating after achieving its busiest month on record.

Rare historical document at the Ulster American Folk Park

Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A rare copy of the text of the Declaration of Independence has gone on display for the first time in Northern Ireland at the Ulster American Folk Park.

Public warned of dangerous dinosaur on the loose!

Fri, 01 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If the rumours are true, a terrifying man-eating dinosaur is on the loose in Belfast. There have already been reported sightings of the beast at various locations throughout greater Belfast.

Story of Titanic passengers brought to life for bank holiday weekend

Thu, 31 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Special Titanic themed re-enactments will be a key focus of the Ulster American Folk Park’s bank holiday weekend activities.

Blockbuster Dinosaur Exhibition Opens

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The most extensive and interactive dinosaur exhibition ever to come to Northern Ireland will open to the public this weekend (Friday 18 May) at the Ulster Museum.

Blockbuster Dinosaur Exhibition Opens

Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The most extensive and interactive dinosaur exhibition ever to come to Northern Ireland will open to the public this weekend (Friday 18 May) at the Ulster Museum.

Yellow Door appointed caterers for Ulster Museum

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Yellow Door has been appointed as the new catering franchisee at the Ulster Museum - one of Northern Ireland’s busiest and best-loved visitor attractions.

Yellow Door appointed caterers for Ulster Museum

Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Yellow Door has been appointed as the new catering franchisee at the Ulster Museum - one of Northern Ireland’s busiest and best-loved visitor attractions.

Ulster American Folk Park marks National Drawing Day

Fri, 04 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

To mark National Drawing Day on Saturday 19th May the Ulster American Folk Park is running a special Titanic-themed art event.

Major Dinosaur exhibition set to open at the Ulster Museum

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The largest and most interactive dinosaur exhibition ever to come to Northern Ireland is to go on show next month at the Ulster Museum.

Major Dinosaur exhibition set to open at the Ulster Museum

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The largest and most interactive dinosaur exhibition ever to come to Northern Ireland is to go on show next month at the Ulster Museum.

Board of National Museums' new appointments

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Culture Minister Carál Ní Chuilín, is currently seeking to appoint eight trustees to the Board of National Museums with effect from 1 July 2012.

A special Easter at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

An egg-stra special Easter is planned at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum this year.

Vote for us in the Ni4kids Family Awards 2012!

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

If your family loves National Museums Northern Ireland’s fantastic days out why not nominate us in the Ni4Kids family awards?

Ulster Museum urges visitors to take a closer look...

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A range of weird and wonderful creatures will be under the spotlight when well-known television presenter and naturalist Nick Baker pays a visit to the Ulster Museum on Saturday.

Ulster Museum urges visitors to take a closer look...

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A range of weird and wonderful creatures will be under the spotlight when well-known television presenter and naturalist Nick Baker pays a visit to the Ulster Museum on Saturday.

Titanic Passengers' Life Stories Explored in New Exhibition

Tue, 28 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

A revealing new exhibition exploring the stories of the Irish passengers who travelled on Titanic opened today at the Ulster American Folk Park.

Vibrant street art exhibition set to open at Ulster Museum

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A vibrant collection of works, by some of today’s most celebrated and controversial street artists, opens at the Ulster Museum tomorrow, Friday 9 December.

Vibrant street art exhibition set to open at Ulster Museum

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A vibrant collection of works, by some of today’s most celebrated and controversial street artists, opens at the Ulster Museum tomorrow, Friday 9 December.

Christmas at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Anyone seeking solace from the hustle and bustle of the festive season should visit the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum this Sunday, for a more traditional alternative.

Local street artists set to exhibit alongside Banksy

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Local artists are set to exhibit their work alongside some of the biggest names in street art including Banksy in the Ulster Museum from next week.

Local street artists set to exhibit alongside Banksy

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Local artists are set to exhibit their work alongside some of the biggest names in street art including Banksy from next week.

A taste of Titanic unveiled in North Belfast

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Artwork with a taste of Titanic is on show at Glencairn Day Centre after its members participated in a National Museums Northern Ireland Live and Learn project.

Lecture series to highlight the human stories behind world-famous ship

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Award-winning journalist and author Martina Devlin is set to join prominent local historians in an impressive line-up for National Museums Northern Ireland’s Titanic Lecture Series.

Halloween Excitement at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Watch out - murder is afoot at the Halloween family festivities at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum this year!

Fascinating migration stories are the focus of new film

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Tales of families brought together after generations apart are among those uncovered in a film premiering at the Ulster American Folk Park next week.

Exhibition charts the rich tapestry of local life

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An exhibition opening at Armagh County Museum this week to celebrate the sewing needle includes items from a successful Lurgan textile firm which was in business for over 60 years.

Unique Exhibition Opens at Ulster American Folk Park

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition exploring the world of Native North American Indians went on display today at the Ulster American Folk Park.

The Queen: Art and Image opens at the Ulster Museum

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition showing the changing portrayal of the Queen in art and the mass media across 60 years will open to the public this weekend (Friday 14 October) at the Ulster Museum.

Calling All Future Curators

Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Do you like museums and would you like to work in a museum? Then the National Museums Northern Ireland Youth Panel is for you!

Tags not Labels - Street Art

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Would you like to make your mark on the Ulster Museum? How about having your work of street art displayed alongside some of the biggest names in the street art community, such as Banksy, D*Face, Jamie Hewlett and Mis Tic?

Tags not Labels - Street Art

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Construction Builds a Future for Traditional Skills

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new pilot scheme to help address skills shortages in the repair and maintenance of traditional buildings has been launched at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh.

Ulster Museum seeks intrepid explorers

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Settling in for a night at the museum are Rebekah and Alex Williams, aged 9 and 10 from Carrickfergus as they experience the Ulster Museum by torchlight.

Revived racing car roars back to Goodwood

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A world-famous racing car from the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum’s collections will return to the Goodwood Motor Circuit next week, more than 50 years after it last took to the famous track.

Sounds of Bluegrass attracts thousands!

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 20th year of the Annual Bluegrass Music Festival was a huge success as over 9,000 music fans flocked to the Ulster American Folk Park over the three day event.

Official Launch of the 20th Bluegrass Festival

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The 20th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival at the Ulster American Folk Park near Omagh was launched today by Culture Minister Carál Ní Chuilín with Tim Cooke, Director of National Museums Northern Ireland, Peter Kelly, Head of Operations, Ulster American Folk Park and Visitor Guide, Alasdair Moran.

Top International Line-up set for 20th Bluegrass Festival

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the world's best-known Bluegrass bands will take part in the 20th Annual Bluegrass Music Festival at the Ulster American Folk Park next weekend.

Farming Festivities at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum is hosting its second annual Native and Traditional Breeds Weekend featuring a range of livestock and activities for all the family (Saturday 20^th and Sunday 21^st August).

Alternative Ulster: Social Lives and Street Styles

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Alternative Ulster, an exhibition launching in November 2011, will look at how local music, the alternative scene, fashion and culture developed from the heady days of 1966.

Street Theatre delves into Belfast's Titanic history

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum and Belfast based theatre company, Kabosh, have teamed up to provide a series of unique and exclusive drama performances for all the family this weekend.

Creative collaboration takes a new look at historic treasures

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Some of Northern Irelands best known writers and artists are taking a fresh look at the Ulster Museum’s greatest treasures to form an exciting new exhibition set to open this autumn.

Colourful talent on display at Armagh County Museum

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over 100 paintings by local artists have gone on display in a summer exhibition at Armagh County Museum.

Archaeology family fun day at Armagh County Museum

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A family fun packed day of activities took place at Armagh County Museum on Saturday 11th June.

Art Club winners announced

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Flower power steals the show!

All aboard Translink’s Titanic service

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Prepare to step on board the free TITANICa shuttle bus service at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum. The service provides easy access for visitors between TITANICa: The Exhibition in the Transport Galleries and TITANICa: The People’s Story in the Folk Museum.

Titanic ship plan revealed for the first time

Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland released more details today on the major new TITANICa exhibition opening at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum next week.

Lecture focuses on preserving the legacy of Titanic

Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

An internationally renowned conservator from RMS Titanic, Inc. will host a lecture on the discovery and preservation of RMS Titanic artefacts next week to mark the centenary of the great ship’s launch.

Photographic Exhibition winners announced

Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Winners of the 2011 Armagh photographic competition and exhibition were announced at the opening on Thursday 21st April 2011. Photographs were judged by Justin O'Neil and prizes sponsored by Imaging Solutions. Click the images to enlarge.

Cultra Manor £3million face lift unveiled

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The newly appointed Culture Minister, Carál Ní Chuilín today unveiled the newly refurbished Cultra Manor at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum.

Spring Easter Fun Day

Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 23^rd April Armagh County Museum hosted its fifth seasonal family day to celebrate Easter.

RMS Titanic artefacts to go on display for the first time

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Artefacts recovered from the seabed wreck of the Titanic are to go on display for the first time in Northern Ireland to mark the centenary of the great ship’s launch.

Titanic People’s Story brought to life

Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland released more details today on the major new TITANICa experience opening at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum later this month.

Photographic prize winners announced

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Over 100 visitors attend opening of photographic competition

A passion for pottery

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Researching Neolithic pottery from Irish prehistoric tombs

1 Million Visitors to National Museums Northern Ireland

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland is celebrating after welcoming a record 1million visitors in the last year.

Hop over to National Museums for Easter Celebrations

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Hop along to National Museums Northern Ireland where you’ll find a host of exciting activities to celebrate Easter.

Titanic and White Star Line Objects revealed

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the most fascinating items from National Museums Northern Ireland’s recently acquired White Star Line collection will go on display at the end of May to mark the centenary of Titanic’s launch.

Ulster Museum rewarded for "brilliant" marketing strategy

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum has won the Excellence in Marketing category at the Belfast Telegraph Northern Ireland Business Awards.

New exhibition creates a ‘room with a view’

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new photographic exhibition will reveal the dramatic landscape of Ulster’s coast and countryside, when it opens in the Belfast Room at the Ulster Museum this week.

New exhibition creates a ‘room with a view’

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A new photographic exhibition will reveal the dramatic landscape of Ulster’s coast and countryside, when it opens in the Belfast Room at the Ulster Museum this week.

Fantastic since prehistoric times….

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Hand held fans have probably been in use since prehistoric times, with a handful of leaves or feathers offering a cool breeze. Some were even found in Tutankhamen’s tomb!

Young entrepreneur to lecture on the ‘Ark°’

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Belfast born entrepreneur, Cameron Stewart, Director and Founder of Ark° (Acts of Random Kindness), is speaking at the first ever Freedom Lecture as part of the Northern Bank Ulster Museum Lecture Series.

Ulster Museum celebrates 100 years of inspirational women

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum is joining global celebrations to highlight the economic, political and social achievements of women on March 8th, as International Women’s Day (IWD) marks its centenary.

McCausland: Exhibition is a ‘TITANIC’ experience

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Culture and Arts Minister Nelson McCausland today announced details of a major new initiative at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum.

Rugby legend kicks off Northern Bank lecture series

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Rugby legend Jack Kyle will be the first in a diverse range of speakers in this year’s Northern Bank Ulster Museum Lecture Series next month.

Celebrate romance with National Museums’ online collection

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This Valentine’s Day National Museums Northern Ireland is celebrating romance with a special online collection of Valentine’s Day cards.

Celebrate romance with National Museums’ online collection

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This Valentine’s Day National Museums Northern Ireland is celebrating romance with a special online collection of Valentine’s Day cards.

Armagh exhibition is the stuff of dreams

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A collaboration between two groups of artists from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland has resulted in a colourful new exhibition which opened on 28th January.

Toy collection goes live

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Armagh County Museum has a collection of over 400 toys and most were donated in the 1980's by Professor Ronald H Buchanan.

Christmas crafts at the Museum

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Museum hosted another very successful Christmas event on Saturday 11th December.

1900s Christmas at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Enter a 1900s winter wonderland for the Spirit of Christmas Past event, at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum on Sunday 12th December. Join the townspeople in song from 11am to 4pm, as they sing along to classic Christmas songs performed by the carolers, and soak up the festive atmosphere as the brass band plays in Ballycultra Town.

Marly the Barn Owl

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

What a beautiful bird!

Halloween Family Day

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Armagh County Museum’s second annual Halloween family event took place on Saturday 30th October 12 noon- 4pm.

Frightening Festival at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A host of ‘spooktacular’ activities are taking place at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum on Sunday 31st October, as part of its annual Hallowe’en Family Festival.

The 'Rail' Christmas Spirit

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Singing star Peter Corry will return to the Rail Gallery at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum this December with ‘The Music Box’ - a Christmas extravaganza. Also sharing the stage with Peter will be a host of other performers including ballet dancers and various school choirs from throughout Northern Ireland.

Surprise Museum Wedding for Bangor Groom

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A wedding is usually something a couple plans together for many months but for one local man, this was far from the case. David Hunsdale, a gymnastics coach in Bangor, was thrown a surprise wedding by his fiancée at the Ulster Museum on Sunday 10th October.

Surprise Museum Wedding for Bangor Groom

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

South Belfast Group get 'Rite' into International History

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This week, a women’s group from South Belfast saw six months of work come to fruition at the Ulster Museum. Earlier this year, the Living History Group at Windsor Women’s Centre embarked upon a project inspired by the museum’s ‘Rites of Passage’ exhibition.

South Belfast Group get 'Rite' into International History

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

'Museums Matter'

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Exhibition opens with highlights from the collections.

Crafts & Skills at Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This Saturday (18th September) the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum will mark the launch of its year-long Crafts & Skills programme with a special ‘taster’ day.

£3Million Investment at Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Culture Minister Nelson McCausland today announced details of new investment at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum.

Historic Hillclimb returns to The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum!

Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

One of world’s oldest motorsport events – the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum Hillclimb - is returning to the museum, 5 years after the last event was run. To celebrate the revival of this historic automotive event, international rally driver Kris Meeke will be taking to the Hillclimb course on Saturday (11th September).

Bluegrass Festival Hits the Right Note

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Organisers of one of Europe’s biggest Bluegrass festivals are looking forward to a weekend of some of the world’s best known Bluegrass bands.

An Afternoon with the Armagh Rhymers

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Armagh Rhymers entertained young and old alike at the Museum on Saturday 24th July 2010 with ‘Summer Stories and Rhymes’.

Ourselves, Our Museum, and Our City

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

During the summer a group of adults have been paying weekly visits to the Museum to explore the Collections, their own identity and discover the history of the City of Armagh.

Museum Mornings

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Children have been enjoying the Museum Morning sessions which are currently running at the Museum on Wednesdays and Fridays from 28th July until 20th August.

The sessions involve exploring the collections through activities such as mystery objects, object detectives and trails. Each day takes a different theme from toys, homes, art, war and even bats!

Children have been making a range of associated crafts, for example, making puppets, designing flick books, weaving and felting to name a few!

This is a new programme which is part of the Museum’s family provision which includes annual seasonal event days such as Halloween, Christmas and Easter.The popularity of Museum Mornings should ensure that it becomes a fixture in the event calendar.

Traditional Breeds make debut at Museum

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum has teamed up with the newly formed Traditional Farm Livestock Foundation to host its first ever Native and Traditional Breeds Weekend.

Ulster Museum's Education Programme wins UK award

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum has achieved a prestigious Sandford Award for Museum and Heritage education. The UK-wide accreditation scheme is awarded to museums who achieve excellence in the provision of heritage education programmes.

Ulster Museum's Education Programme wins UK award

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ulster Museum Welcomes 500,000th Visitor

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The number of visitors to the award-winning Ulster Museum has topped the 500,000 mark – just nine months after re-opening.

Ulster Museum Welcomes 500,000th Visitor

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The number of visitors to the award-winning Ulster Museum has topped the 500,000 mark – just nine months after re-opening.

Art Club prize winners

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Armagh Mayor, Thomas O'Hanlon, announces prize winners at Art Club summer exhibition.

Folk Park celebrates American Independence with a bang

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh, will mark American Independence Day this year with a major three day festival.

Sounds of Louisiana to Omagh

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

American Independence Day will be celebrated at the Ulster American Folk Park with an electric performance of Cajun fiddle swing music by Louisiana band, L’Angelus.

Drawing Day 2010

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Drawing sessions were held at the Museum on Saturday 29th May 2010.

Traditional Skills

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

During the week beginning 7th June several sessions were held at the Museum for school and community groups which offered the opportunity to try our traditional rural skills.

Ulster Museum wins top UK award

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum has won one of the most prestigious museums prizes in the world - the coveted UK Art Fund Prize. At a special awards ceremony in London last night, the museum was presented with £100,000.

Ulster Museum wins top UK award

Tue, 29 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Archaeology Day

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 12th June the Museum welcomed families to come along and join in Archaeology Family Day.

McCallister House takes residence

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The first phase of a £2.4m New World Development expansion was unveiled today at the Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh.

Local Artist gets the Mark of the 2012 Olympics

Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An exciting art commission for the exhibition The Art of History: Watercolours of Irish Town Life in the 1820s by Sampson Towgood Roch (1757-1847) currently being exhibited at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum has been granted the prestigious ‘Inspire Mark’ - the badge of the London 2012 Inspire Programme.

'Friends' Antique Road Show

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Mark Donnelly, who represents the Art Fund in Northern Ireland, hosted the Museum's version of the Antiques Road Show.

Visitors get 'sew' hands on at Ulster American Folk Park

Tue, 18 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Visitors to the Ulster American Folk Park this weekend will be able get ‘hands on’ with the award-winning museum’s latest exhibition. ‘Through the Eye of the Needle’ – a fascinating exhibition charting the history of the simple sewing needle – opened earlier this year and, this weekend, visitors of all ages will be able to test their own needlework skills.

Ulster Museum wins Best Permanent Exhibition in the UK

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The new Ulster Museum has won the top award for the Best Permanent Exhibition in United Kingdom museums.

The award was announced in London at the annual Museums and Heritage Awards against stiff competition from the Natural History Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Ashmolean Museum.

Ulster Museum wins Best Permanent Exhibition in the UK

Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The new Ulster Museum has won the top award for the Best Permanent Exhibition in United Kingdom museums.

The award was announced in London at the annual Museums and Heritage Awards against stiff competition from the Natural History Museum, the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Ashmolean Museum.

Ulster Museum makes shortlist in Major UK Art Award

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum in Belfast has been short-listed for the UK’s largest single arts prize, it was announced last night. The Art Fund Prize annually awards £100,000 to a museum or gallery for a project completed in the last year.

Ulster Museum makes shortlist in Major UK Art Award

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Horse Drawn Vehicles Trot to Folk Museum

Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Visit the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum on Saturday 22nd May where an array of stunning horse drawn vehicles will be on display.

May Days

Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Armagh County Museum has been following the seasons as they progress into what was traditionally believed to be early summer; despite the current cold weather and even early morning frosts!

Joey Dunlop: Extraordinary Private Collection on Display

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

One of the world’s most exclusive private motorcycling collections goes on display from today at the award-winning Ulster Folk & Transport Museum in Holywood, outside Belfast.

Culture Alert: The Poles are Coming!

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An international-scale charm offensive to promote Poland and its community in host cities throughout UK comes to Belfast this week.

Part of the Polish-government backed Polska Year, Belfast’s Polish Cultural Week which is now in its fourth year includes music recitals and gigs, debates, fashion, food, photography and design exhibitions, kicks off in the Ulster Museum on Wednesday May 5.

Culture Alert: The Poles are Coming!

Wed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

An international-scale charm offensive to promote Poland and its community in host cities throughout UK comes to Belfast this week.

When is a grenade not dangerous?

Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

One of the recent donations to the Museum was a pair of glass fire grenades from Loughgall, Co Armagh.

The Art of History exhibition launched

Thu, 29 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Folk & Transport Museum is providing a rare opportunity to view some of the most revealing images of early 19th century Ireland by Sampson Towgood Roch. Opening on April 30th, the exhibition “The Art of History: Watercolours of Irish Town Life in the 1820s” will include exquisite watercolours depicting a broad variety of aspects of life.

Photographic exhibition opening night

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Over 320 photographic entries were received for this long-established photographic competition and exhibition which opened on Wednesday 21st April.

Photographic competition winners announced

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Winners were announced at the opening of the Photographic Competition and Exhibition on Wednesday 21st April 2010.

Rare Breeds on Tour at the Ulster American Folk Park

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster American Folk Park will be filled with some unusual sounds and smells with the arrival of 20 breeds of rare native livestock from Ireland and England this Bank Holiday Weekend on May 2nd and 3rd.

Folk Museum set for May Day Celebrations

Fri, 23 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

May Day Celebrations will be in full swing at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum on Monday 3rd May with traditional music and dance performances taking place throughout the museum.

Kissing under the Mistletoe

Fri, 16 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The staff welcomed a number of groups to the museum in December to join in the seasonal workshops which explored Christmas traditions and rural customs.

Public urged to back Ulster Museum for major UK award

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Northern Ireland public has been urged to get behind the Ulster Museum for its chance to win £100,000 in the prestigious Art Fund award.

Public urged to back Ulster Museum for major UK award

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Northern Ireland public has been urged to get behind the Ulster Museum for its chance to win £100,000 in the prestigious Art Fund award.

Teacher makes History with Ulster Museum's first Wedding

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Newlyweds Mr & Mrs Colin and Jenefer Maguire were the first couple to be officially married at the Ulster Museum.

Teacher makes History with Ulster Museum's first Wedding

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Newlyweds Mr & Mrs Colin and Jenefer Maguire were the first couple to be officially married at the Ulster Museum.

Have a cracking Easter with National Museums Northern Ireland

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland are preparing for an ‘eggsellent’ celebration this Easter with a host of activities and performances.

Ulster Museum's Masterpieces go on show

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A spectacular new exhibition of Irish and international art covering four centuries will open to the public tomorrow (Friday 26th March) at the transformed Ulster Museum.

Ulster Museum's Masterpieces go on show

Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A spectacular new exhibition of Irish and international art covering four centuries will open to the public tomorrow (Friday 26th March) at the transformed Ulster Museum.

Fashion Collection returns to Ulster Museum

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the most spectacular items from the Ulster Museum’s fashion collection are to go on show later this week.

Fashion Collection returns to Ulster Museum

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Some of the most spectacular items from the Ulster Museum’s fashion collection are to go on show later this week.

'In the Pictures' with acclaimed Romanian film

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum will be the venue for a gala film screening to coincide with the visit to Belfast of the Ambassador of Romania, Dr Ion Jinga.

'In the Pictures' with acclaimed Romanian film

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum will be the venue for a gala film screening to coincide with the visit to Belfast of the Ambassador of Romania, Dr Ion Jinga.

'Sew' important at the Ulster American Folk Park

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This exhibition will explore the fascinating history of one of the world’s most basic, everyday tools.

Calling for young 'curators' for major project!

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland is calling all aspiring curators and young people interested in museums to join its ‘Rhythms of the Year’ Youth Panel.

Calling for young 'curators' for major project!

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland is calling all aspiring curators and young people interested in museums to join its ‘Rhythms of the Year’ Youth Panel.

Wendy sets wheels in motion for 2010 Lecture Series

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Olympic medallist and Northern Ireland sporting star Wendy Houvenaghel will exchange her bike for a lectern as part of this year’s Northern Bank Ulster Museum Lecture Series, supported by the Belfast Telegraph.

Take a ‘Fantastic Voyage’ with Movies at the Museum

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum and Queen’s Film Theatre (QFT) have teamed up again to provide a series of unique and exclusive big screen experiences for all the family.

Take a ‘Fantastic Voyage’ with Movies at the Museum

Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum and Queen’s Film Theatre (QFT) have teamed up again to provide a series of unique and exclusive big screen experiences for all the family.

Northern Ireland's Busiest Visitor Attraction

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

More than 200,000 people have visited the Ulster Museum since it reopened, making it the busiest visitor attraction in Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland's Busiest Visitor Attraction

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

More than 200,000 people have visited the Ulster Museum since it reopened, making it the busiest visitor attraction in Northern Ireland.

Celebrating the seasons

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

St Brigid's week

Hold the Batteries

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Christmas may be over but young visitors to the Museum have had the opportunity to think and talk about the presents they received from Santa.

Bygone Fashion to inspire design students

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A selection of the Ulster Museum’s historic and contemporary costumes will be on display in the University of Ulster’s Belfast campus in an exhibition exploring costumes and accessories from the 1700s to present day.

Bygone Fashion to inspire design students

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Holocaust Memorial Day

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum, in partnership with Jews Schmooze, the cultural arm of Belfast Jewish Community, are hosting a programme of events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

Holocaust Memorial Day

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum, in partnership with Jews Schmooze, the cultural arm of Belfast Jewish Community, are hosting a programme of events to mark Holocaust Memorial Day.

Photographic Competition & Exhibition 2010

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

This annual competition attracts entries from all over Ireland. Categories include: Over 18s: Black and white, colour and Historic Armagh, under 18s and under 12s.

'Hans' together for Top Science Students

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Northern Ireland’s top three science students were recognised today in one of the province’s most prestigious academic awards held at the Ulster Museum. Gareth Gamble, Laura Bateman and Manvi Singhal were presented with the Hans Sloane award by guest speaker, Dr Stanley Hawkins, Consultant Neurologist at the Royal Victoria Hospital.

'Hans' together for Top Science Students

Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday Family Matinees return to the Ulster Museum

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

One of the Ulster Museum’s best loved traditions is to return as ‘Movies at the Museum’; a series of Saturday family matinees linked to stunning exhibits in the museum galleries, is launched in partnership with QFT.

In response to popular demand, the matinees will take place every Saturday afternoon for six weeks, over January and February reviving a tradition which started at the Ulster Museum in 1929 and continued until the mid 1970’s.

Saturday Family Matinees return to the Ulster Museum

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Ulster Museum Masterpieces to go on show in Spring 2010

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition of some the best Irish art in the world is to be staged at the Ulster Museum in the spring of 2010.

It will feature major works by 20th century artists Jack Yeats, Paul Henry, Gerard Dillon, Sir John Lavery and Louis Le Brocquy as well as paintings dating back through the 19th, 18th and 17th centuries.

Ulster Museum Masterpieces to go on show in Spring 2010

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A new exhibition of some the best Irish art in the world is to be staged at the Ulster Museum in the spring of 2010.

Christmas Family Day

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Building on the success of the Halloween event, Armagh County Museum fully embraced the spirit of Christmas by putting on another seasonal family day on Saturday 12th December

An exhibition of a Proposal at the Ulster Museum

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum was the venue for a proposal with a difference this week. Andrew Houston from Killyleagh took his girlfriend, Laurel Oliver from Comber, to see the recently refurbished Ulster Museum and love was definitely in the air.

An exhibition of a Proposal at the Ulster Museum

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ulster Museum reaches landmark 100,000th visitor

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum has welcomed 100,000 visitors in its first month since reopening on the 22nd October - making it the busiest tourist attraction in Northern Ireland in recent weeks. The 100,000th visitor, Julie Kuchocha from Ballycarey, was welcomed to the Ulster Museum on Saturday – a day which attracted 3,500 visitors in total.

Ulster Museum reaches landmark 100,000th visitor

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Experience Christmas Past

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This festive season make your way to the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum where you can take part in a host of traditional celebrations of Christmas past. Wrap up warm and explore Ballycultra by lamplight, as the festivities get underway, with ‘Christmas Evening Celebrations’.

Look back in Kindness

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Look back in Kindness exhibition opens at the Ulster Museum. An exhibition inspired by renowned Belfast artist, John Kindness, opens today at the Ulster Museum. The art exhibition, entitled “Picture That”, was created by an East Belfast cross-community women’s group as part of the Ulster Museum’s outreach programme

(Photogragh by Tico, http://www.flickr.com/people/tico_bassie/).

Irwins latest promotion offers families a slice of living history

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Local bakery, Irwin’s, has partnered with National Museums Northern Ireland to offer 2 for 1 entry to the award-winning Ulster Folk & Transport Museum and Ulster American Folk Park.

The on-pack promotion, which features on Irwin’s 800g Sandwich and Toasty Pan loaves, provides a great opportunity for families to have a fantastic day out this winter at two of Northern Ireland’s top visitor attractions.

International Artists come for Lecture Series

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum, in partnership with the University of Ulster and Arts Council of Northern Ireland, is hosting a series of lectures with internationally renowned artists, from November 2009 to March 2010. Pictured left Chris Knight art, Chris Knight lecture is taking place on Wednesday 24th February.

Acorn at the Museum

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A group of women from the Southern Trust have been visiting the museum every Tuesday afternoon to explore the collections with the Learning and Outreach Officer, Rachel McCance.

Almost 60 000 visit new Ulster Museum in first 10 days

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Almost 60,000 people visited the Ulster Museum in the first ten days following its re-opening on Thursday October 22nd. This outstanding level of public interest is the equivalent of visitor traffic previously achieved in a three and half month period prior to refurbishment.

Harvest Fever at Armagh County Museum

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During the month of October Armagh County Museum was taken over by Harvest Fever. From the 1st-16th October a total of sixteen schools and community groups came along to find out about harvests of the past.

Ulster Museum Cafe serves 8500 meals in first six days

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Girona restaurant in the newly reopened Ulster Museum has become one of Belfast’s most popular eating places serving more than 8,500 meals in the week since it opened.

Museum Uncovered with Station Road

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past five weeks a group of women from the Station Road Resource Centre have visited the museum and explored our collections.

Ulster Museum tweets

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum joined the social networking site "Twitter" today. Our twitter pages will give friendly updates and information about whats on at the Museum.

Face of Takabuti to be revealed on BBC1

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Face of Takabuti to be revealed on BBC1 on Monday 19th October at 9pm in the programme "Show me the Mummy, Face of Takabuti".

Face of Takabuti to be revealed on BBC1

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Face of Takabuti to be revealed on BBC1 on Monday 19th October at 9pm in the programme "Show me the Mummy, Face of Takabuti".

Final Push Back to the Ulster Museum

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A unique Triceratops model turned heads in Belfast as it was delivered to the Ulster Museum before the landmark reopening this Thursday.

(Get closer by clicking the images and of course by coming to the Ulster Museum when it reopens on Thursday 22nd October at 11.30am.)

Final Push Back to the Ulster Museum

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

A unique Triceratops model turned heads in Belfast as it was delivered to the Ulster Museum before the landmark reopening this Thursday.

(Get closer by clicking the images and of course by coming to the Ulster Museum when it reopens on Thursday 22nd October at 11.30am.)

Peter the Polar Bear welcomed back to Ulster Museum

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The countdown for the Ulster Museum’s reopening is well underway following the return of one of its most famous faces – Peter the Polar Bear. And his reception was far from ‘icy’ as he was welcomed back by Curator of Vertebrates, Angela Ross.

Longer Opening Hours at Museums

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Two of Northern Ireland’s most popular museums will enjoy longer weekend opening hours, it was announced today. The announcement by National Museums Northern Ireland came following extensive audience research which revealed considerable visitor demand for extended opening hours at the weekend.

Rhythms of the Year, Cultural Olympiad Launch

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Rhythms of the Year is Northern Ireland’s project for the major Cultural Olympiad initiative, Stories of the World. It will explore the ways the changing seasons of the year are celebrated by everyone living in Northern Ireland.

Armagh and the Linen Industry

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past few weeks the visually impaired arts and crafts group have focussed their attention on the linen industry in Armagh which was once a major employer in the county

Master McGrath - Armagh's famous greyhound

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The dog was born in Dungarvan, County Waterford in 1867, where Lord Lurgan had sent down one of his dogs for breeding.

Designer Shoes!

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Cobbler’s lasts were used to hand make shoes that were specific to each customer.

The VIPs Meet for a New Season

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Museum’s very own VIPs, Visually Impaired Group, will meet once again on 11^th September. The success of this group has been down the tutor, Sheelah Peile, and her commitment and creative skills.

Summer Fun at Armagh County Museum

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

During the summer months several groups visiting the museum enjoyed the ‘Homes and Lives in the Past’ session. This focused on domestic objects and photographs to discuss how lives have changed over time.

Edmontosaurus returns ahead of 22nd October Opening

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 22nd October 2009 has been confirmed as the opening date for the entirely rejuvenated Ulster Museum. The announcement was made as the 6 metre long Edmontosaurus dinosaur skeleton – one of the museum’s most popular exhibits - was installed at the foot of the 3-storey high ‘Window on Our World’ display tower.

Another Toe Tapping Line Up

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The award-winning 18th Annual Appalachian & Bluegrass Music Festival – better known as the Bluegrass Festival – was launched today (Monday 17th August) at the Ulster American Folk Park in Omagh.

Minister Announces £2.4 Million Museum Expansion

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Minister for Culture, Arts and Leisure, Nelson McCausland, has announced a major expansion plan at the Ulster American Folk Park.

Chambers Car Journeys back to the Ulster Museum

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The famous Chambers Car returned to the Ulster Museum today (Thursday 23rd July) where it was installed in the museum’s stunning new ‘Window on our World’ steel and glass display tower.

Manton Pistol donated to the Museum

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

This small pocket pistol by the important nineteenth century London maker Joseph Manton was recently donated to the museum.

Extending learning with the Community

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

At the start of July 2009 the new position of Learning and Outreach Officer at Armagh County Museum was taken up by Rachel McCance.

Mummy returns

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

One of Northern Ireland’s best-known objects - the Ulster Museum’s famous “mummy” - has returned to the building as part of the programme of preparations for re-opening in the autumn.

Prehistoric wooden objects in collections

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Thanks to a recent visit by Dr Caroline Earwood, who has made a study of all sorts of wooden artefacts in Museums, several of the Armagh specimens have proved extremely rare.

Ulster Museum gets Fired up as Ancient Cannons Return

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Ulster Museum welcomed back its first objects recently as two 16th-century Spanish cannons were returned to a rejuvenated Ulster Museum.

Annual Art Club exhibition launched

Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

As one of the highlights of the Museum's calendar, the Armagh Art Club annual exhibition was officially launched when over 80 guests gathered at the Museum recently.

Revitalised Ulster Museum set to thrill visitors

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

National Museums Northern Ireland today announced that more than £17 million has now been raised for the major refurbishment of the Ulster Museum.

Father Dougal visits the Museum!

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Ardle O'Hanlon, famous for his role as Dougal in the hit series Father Ted, made a visit to the Museum as part of an RTE 'tracing your roots' style programme.