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Ulster Folk Museum

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Jul 06, 2025 - Jul 07, 2025
2 adults, 1 room
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Experiencing Time at Ulster Folk Museum

Ulster Folk Museum, located 14 km northeast of central Belfast, immerses visitors in rural Irish life from over a century ago.

Founded in 1964 by the Ulster Folk and Transport Museum, it represents historic significance through reconstructed 19th-century buildings, including farmhouses, churches, and a traditional village. Unique features include costumed guides demonstrating crafts, along with a silent cinema housed in a hayloft.

Notable Highlights

🏠 Traditional Cottages: Explore thatched cottages and other historical structures.
🎬 Picture House: Visit a silent cinema that functioned from 1909 to 1931.
🐄 Farm Experience: Interact with farm animals and enjoy live demonstrations.

The museum is accessible, offering free entry, appealing to tourists, families, and historians.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Ulster Folk Museum

Cultra Location

The museum is near Cultra station, providing easy access by train.

Heritage Workshops

The museum hosts regular workshops in traditional crafts.

Rural Life Antiques

Expect to see a variety of antiques reflecting rural life.

Location

153 Bangor Rd

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