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The Troubles and Beyond
Northern Irish society is more divided than most other places, so the way in which our museums develop, display and interpret their collections will inevitably be the subject of much discussion and debate.
Museum Moments
Get insights into fascinating topics and objects from our collection in these free 20 minute talks from a range of museum experts!
No Booking Needed!Date
7th May, 21st May, 22nd May
Time
13:00 to 13:20
Age group
16+
Event type
Free
Take a Museum Moment at the Ulster Museum! These 20 minute talks explore a range of fascinating topics and objects from our collection. With different speakers, experts and curators leading each talk, you’ll hear a variety of engaging, informative, and thought-provoking conversations, all set in various locations around the museum.
These talks are free and open to all with no reservation needed. Talks are offered on multiple dates, so there's always an opportunity to discover something new and be inspired. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please go to reception on arrival for more information on where the talk is taking place.
Museum Moments in May (7th, 21st & 22nd May)
Wednesday 7th May | 13:00 to 13:20 | The Mbira from Zimbabwe with Agrippa Njanina
Join Agrippa Njanina for an oral history of the Mbira instrument and the Shona people of Zimbabwe. Agrippa will explore the cultural significance of this traditional instrument and its role in storytelling, spirituality, and resistance. This 20 minute talk takes place in our Troubles & Beyond exhibition, Level 0.
Wednesday 21st May | 13:00 to 13:20 | Tea Time with Senior Curator of Art, Kim Mawhinney
Delve into all things tea on International Tea Day! Our Senior Curator of Art, Kim Mawhinney, will explore the process of making teapots, with a focus on teapots made by the Belleek Pottery in Fermanagh. This 20 minute talk will take place in The George & Angela Moore Gallery of Applied Art, Level 5.
Thursday 22nd May | 13:00 to 13:20 | The Enemy is Time with Senior Curator of Art, Anne Stewart
Discover how our art curators are responding to the current climate emergency through our 'The Enemy Is Time' exhibition. Our Senior Curator of Art, Anne Stewart, will also highlight two new acquisitions from the exhibition. This 20 minute talk will take place in Spotlight Art, Level 4.
