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Number of results: 11

  1. Arthur Dobbs Exhibition

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    028 93358241

    Price

    Free

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    An exhibition on Arthur Dobbs (1689 - 1765)

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to5 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

    Price

    Free
  2. Arthur Dobbs Seminar

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Carrickfergus Town Hall, 11 Antrim Street, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7DG

    Telephone

    028 93358241

    Price

    Price £8.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Arthur Dobbs Seminar

    Dates

    From:
    22 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 14:30

    Price

    Price £8.00 Per Ticket
  3. Poster for A Dobbs event, Most curious discovery

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8241

    Price

    Price £6.00 Per Ticket

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Join horticulturist Kelly Doak for an engaging public session exploring the science behind one of nature's most extraordinary botanical inventions — how it senses, snaps, and survives. Held as part of the Arthur Dobbs programme for America 250, the…

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30

    Price

    Price £6.00 Per Ticket
  4. Cullybackey

    Address

    President Arthur Homestead, 21A Dreen Road, Cullybackey, County Antrim, BT42 1FX

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Special historical talk by Dr David Hume and music by Lisa Dawson.

    Dates

    From:
    8 July 2026
  5. Speaker - Barry Henderson

    Larne

    Address

    2 Victoria Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN

    Telephone

    02828262443

    Type

    Type:

    History

    Drop into Larne Museum to hear the remarkable story of Larne's forgotten tycoon.

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2026Open 13:00 - 14:30
  6. James McHenry Plaque

    Larne

    Address

    St. Cedma's Church, Church Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 3EU

    Telephone

    02828262443

    Type

    Type:

    History

    McHenry: An Ulster American Story is an original production which tells the story of the life and times of author Dr. James McHenry, who was born in Larne, prospered in America, and whose last resting place is in the churchyard of St Cedma's Church…

    Dates

    From:
    19 June 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
  7. Image shows red white and blue swirl lollipop with a bow

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Free children's craft workshop as part of USA 250 NI celebrations at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2026Open 12:00 - 13:00
    From:
    4 July 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    4 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
  8. American flag with soldier saluting in the background

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Historical Talk at Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum as part of USA 250 NI celebrations

    Dates

    From:
    9 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  9. American flag and event details

    Carrickfergus

    Address

    Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Museum, 2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38 7EQ

    Telephone

    +44 (0) 28 9335 8262

    Type

    Type:

    Talks/Lectures

    Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the remarkable stories of twelve Ulster-born figures - brought to life through expert storytelling by Dr David Hume and live music by Lisa Dawson

    Dates

    From:
    11 June 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
  10. S/S State of Indiana Direct Service Larne Harbour to New York 1882

    Larne

    Address

    2 Victoria Road, Larne, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN

    Telephone

    02828262443

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    A small display featuring artefacts that reflect Larne's links to America.

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2026to24 July 2026Various Opening Times
  11. Emigration Statue

    Larne

    Address

    2 Victoria Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN

    Telephone

    02828262443

    Type

    Type:

    History

    A guided walk and introduction to a new online Storymap

    Dates

    From:
    13 June 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
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