The Architectural History of the Ulster Museum
Learn more about the history and architecture of the Ulster Museum in a special talk and tour as part of European Heritage Open Days
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Always wanted to know more about Ulster Museum's unique building and the collections within it? For European Heritage Open Days, we're hosting a talk & tour on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September to explore the building's fascinating origin, architecture and journey of change.
Since 1972, the Ulster Museum has been home to Northern Ireland’s rich collection of art, history and natural sciences. It's a place to inspire wonder, encourage creativity and to understand the importance of our shared humanity. But how did this unique and fascinating place become the Ulster Museum we know today? And what does the future look like for the Ulster Museum? Find out at this talk & tour led by one of our Visitor Guides for European Heritage Open Day!
Discover the history of the Belfast Natural History and Philosophical Society, hear the story of the Reverend Canon Grainger and the Grainger Room, and how these collections were brought together by the Belfast Corporation. Learn about the Brutalist extension added to the Museum in the 1960s by Francis Pym, and the stained glass windows designed by Neil Shawcross. The lecture will conclude with a short 15 minute tour.
Saturday 13th September - fully booked
Sunday 14th September - last space remaining.
What to know
Everything you need to know about this talk and tour.
Please book your free tickets in advance through the link. Spaces are limited, so don't delay in getting a ticket.
This is a free event taking place on 13th & 14th September from 11:00 to 12:00.
European Heritage Open Days is an annual event celebrating local architecture, history and culture, which takes place across Europe on the second weekend in September. In Northern Ireland European Heritage Open Days (EHOD) is run by the Department for Communities with the support of the Council of Europe and the European Commission.