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Come face-to-face with dinosaurs, meteorites and Spanish sailors with a visit to Ulster Museum.

Ulster Museum is home to Northern Ireland’s treasures of past and present. Home to rich collections of art, history and natural sciences all set within the beautiful surroundings of Belfast’s Botanic Gardens. Discover new perspectives about Ancient Ireland, inclusive global histories, the Troubles, and whatever the future may hold. The collections of Ulster Museum tell the story of our shared experiences, connecting the dots around who we are, the past we share, and the future we are building together.

Ulster Museum is free to visit and no booking is necessary. Make the most of your day to the museum with a bite to eat in Wynne & Pym Café, open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 17:00, serving light bites and refreshments.

There’s always new and exciting events and exhibitions to explore at Ulster Museum. Find out what’s on, how to get there and what to expect at ulstermuseum.org.
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  • Botanic Gardens
  • Belfast
  • Antrim
  • BT9 5AB

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  • Northern Ireland's treasure house of the past and present
  • Free admission
  • Rich collection of art, natural sciences and history
  • Three interactive discovery zones for kids to explore
  • Champions of diverse voices and new perspectives

Kelpra: Artists and Printmakers

1.73 KM
20 - 28 Apr 2024
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A selection of prints created at the innovative Kelpra Studio, London, taken from both Ulster Museum collection and private collections.

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Lavery On Location

1.73 KM
20 Apr - 09 Jun 2024
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A major art exhibition exploring the travels of Sir John Lavery, Belfast’s best-known painter.

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Superworm (Film) | Earth Day 2024

1.73 KM
Sun, 21 Apr 2024, 10:30am

Join NI Science Festival as they celebrate Earth Day 2024 including film screenings and additional pop up activities in the Ulster Museum throughout the day!

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The Crazy Weather Show with Scientific Sue

1.73 KM
Sun, 21 Apr 2024, 11:30am

Enjoy the Crazy Weather Show with Scientific Sue! No better topic for Scientific Sue to use her drama skills to entertain you!!

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Puffin Rock & The New Friends (Film) | Earth Day 2024

1.73 KM
Sun, 21 Apr 2024, 2:00pm

Join NI Science Festival as they celebrate Earth Day 2024 including film screenings and additional pop up activities in the Ulster Museum throughout the day!

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