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Journey back in time to explore the bold migrations from Ulster to North America. ⛵ Walk in the footsteps of those who left, endured, and built anew. 📍 Part of National Museums NI | 🔗 ulsteramericanfolkpark.org
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Ulster American Folk Park @ulsteramericanfolkpark.org · 15d
How were clothes made in Ireland in the 1700's? 👕

Discover the fascinating history of flax being grown, spun and woven into materials with Curator of Emigration, Liam Corry.

Read more here → bit.ly/3VElYuN

#UlsterAmericanFolkMuseum #LinenWeaving #FlaxFarming #History #IrishHistory
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Ulster American Folk Park @ulsteramericanfolkpark.org · Aug 9
Watch all five episodes of our #MellonMigration series, hosted by Liam Campbell and Dr Patrick Fitzgerald from the Mellon Centre for Migration Studies.

Discover the whole series → bit.ly/3IWHZSz

#UlsterAmericanFolkPark #AnIrishGoodbye #ThomasMellon #Migration
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Ulster American Folk Park @ulsteramericanfolkpark.org · May 16
👋 BlueSky, meet Mrs. Mellon — a symbol of courage and hope as Ulster migrants built new lives across the Atlantic. Ordinary people, extraordinary journeys. Follow us for powerful stories of Ulster migration, resilience, and connection.

🔗 ulsteramericanfolkpark.org/stories/making-mrs-mellon
Making Mrs Mellon
Our Visitor Guide, Pamela Gunn, has interpreted Mrs Mellon for multiple years. Join us on International Women's Day as we explore her story.
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