Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Venue HireStep back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797, which catered to all of the citizens of Belfast. Visit the graves of radicals and reformers from a time when Belfast was the Athens of the North, as well as the final resting places of the industrial giants who help to shape Belfast into a global powerhouse. Your tour guide will tell you tales of bodysnatching and the thousands of souls who lie in unmarked graves. Some lived out their final days in the Poor House; others died without [...]
Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Venue HireStep back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797, which catered to all of the citizens of Belfast. Visit the graves of radicals and reformers from a time when Belfast was the Athens of the North, as well as the final resting places of the industrial giants who help to shape Belfast into a global powerhouse. Your tour guide will tell you tales of bodysnatching and the thousands of souls who lie in unmarked graves. Some lived out their final days in the Poor House; others died without [...]
HERstory: The Women of Clifton House Online Talk
This talk will explore the history of Clifton House through the lives of the women who were involved with the Belfast Charitable Society; from well-known figures such as Mary Ann McCracken and the role of the Ladies Committee, through to the matron and the other women who drove the direction of charity in Belfast throughout the centuries. Delve into this fascinating topic based on original research in our archives.
Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Venue HireStep back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797, which catered to all of the citizens of Belfast. Visit the graves of radicals and reformers from a time when Belfast was the Athens of the North, as well as the final resting places of the industrial giants who help to shape Belfast into a global powerhouse. Your tour guide will tell you tales of bodysnatching and the thousands of souls who lie in unmarked graves. Some lived out their final days in the Poor House; others died without [...]
Philanthropy Past & Present: From the ‘Founding Fathers’ to the 21st Century Online Talk
To mark the 268th anniversary of the foundation of the Belfast Charitable in 1752 this talk will explore the lives and motivations of those ‘Founding Fathers’ who were present in the George Tavern when the Society was formed, as well as the key early members who fought for over 20 years to construct the Poor House. The talk will conclude with an overview of some of the ongoing work of Belfast Charitable Society today.
From Radical Hotbed to the Age of Riots: Belfast 1775-1886 by Dr Éamon Phoenix
The first virtual talk as part of our Reconciliation Fund supported Autumn Series 'Belfast: Georgian Town to Divided City c1770-1920' will be delivered by Dr Éamon Phoenix on 5th November at 7pm entitled From Radical Hotbed to the Age of Riots: Belfast 1775-1886 The talks will be via Zoom live from Clifton House and lasts approximately 45 minutes followed by a Q&A session and cost £6 per device. Zoom codes are unique for each talk and will be sent out on the morning of the event.
The Chichester Family: Lords of Belfast Online Talk
The Chichester family laid the foundations for what would become Belfast City, owning it and the surrounding land for 250 years- a unique situation on the island of Ireland. The family's influence, both positive and negative, helped to shape the development of the town, and many streets still retain their names today. For 190 of the 246 years that Clifton House has been operating, Chichester descendants have acted as Presidents of the Belfast Charitable Society. This fascinating talk will reveal their long and colourful dynasty. Numbers for these hour-long sessions will be limited to allow for a Q&A session at the [...]
Spring Talks Series Block Ticket
The Reconciliation Fund supported Spring Talk Series, in conjunction with Dr Eamon Phoenix and other noted historians, are now available to block book. The lectures will be via Zoom live from Clifton House on Thursday evenings, commencing 25th February. Each lecture will last approximately 45 minutes followed by a Q&A session. 25 Feb | 8pm | Partition, Conflict and the Establishment of Northern Ireland 1918-1921 |Dr Éamon Phoenix 4 Mar | 7pm |Carson, Craig and the Partition of Ireland 1914-1921 | Dr Éamon Phoenix 11 Mar | 7pm| Ireland from War to Truce to Treaty Split: NI and the Treat Negotiations [...]
Belfast and the Slave Trade Online Talk
This talk will examine Belfast and its ties to slavery, from those who owned Plantations and enslaved people, to the West Indian merchants who benefited from what Henry Joy termed “the infamous traffic in the flesh and bone of man”. It will also cover the abolitionist movement and those who dedicated their lives to the abolition of slavery. This virtual live talk will be facilitated by our knowledgeable staff and volunteers using Zoom. Numbers for these hour-long sessions will be limited to allow for Q&A sessions at the end. The Meeting ID will be sent out the morning of the talk. [...]
EHOD at Clifton House
Clifton House 2 North Queen Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BelfastClifton House is where the history of Belfast begins! Built by Belfast Charitable Society, it opened in 1774 as the Poor House for the town. Thousands of people, young and old, to passing sailors, sought sanctuary within its walls. Behind the scenes were a group of radicals and reformers who were instrumental in challenging 18th century beliefs on slavery, reform and society- ultimately spearheading rebellion! Come along to our ‘open house’ and have a look around the oldest working public building in the city. Our fully accredited White Badge volunteers will be on hand to answer questions you may have during [...]
IWD 2022: Mary Ann McCracken (1770-1866) & Mary Alice McNeill (1897-1984) -Their Lives & Legacies
***Please note registration for this event has now closed*** To mark International Women's Day 2022 the Irish Association, in partnership with the Mary Ann McCracken Foundation, are hosting a special virtual event- Mary Ann McCracken (1770-1866) & Mary Alice McNeill (1897-1984) -Their Lives & Legacies. Mary Ann McCracken and her biographer, Mary Alice (Molly) McNeill were two formidable Belfast women, who, while living in different times, had much in common. Both came from comfortable Presbyterian business families and had the privilege of educational advantages not available to most girls and young women of their generation. Both worked to alleviate poverty, primarily [...]
In Life & Death: Clifton House & Clifton Street Cemetery Tour
Clifton House 2 North Queen Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, Belfast***SOLD OUT*** The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House! From the moment you step through our door you will be transported back in time to the Belfast Poor House – opened in 1774 – which provided sanctuary to thousands of people, from the young and old, to local citizens and passing sailors, throughout the years. With our augmented reality, visitors can now fully immerse themselves in what life was like in the late eighteenth century. Our White Badge tour guides will share the history and stories of this fantastic building and its people, while they come to life right before your eyes. See how [...]