*Cancelled* William McCalmont: Forgotten Poet of Larne and the Tropics – Des McCabe | Larne Branch

*Cancelled* William McCalmont: Forgotten Poet of Larne and the Tropics – Des McCabe | Larne Branch

*Cancelled* Talk for NIFHS Larne Branch, William McCalmont: Forgotten Poet of Larne and the Tropics by Des McCabe, PRONI, Monday 19 February 2024 @ 7:15 pm. William McCalmont was from Larne and lived in British Guyana in the early 1800’s. He was also a bit of a Poet and Plantation Overseer. Hybrid event: on site & on Zoom. Those wishing to attend on Zoom should e-mail the Branch Secretary at Larne@nifhs.org and they will be sent the...
Andrew Jackson & Sam Houston – An Ulster-Scots partnership that changed America for ever – George McGrand | Newtownabbey Branch

Andrew Jackson & Sam Houston – An Ulster-Scots partnership that changed America for ever – George McGrand | Newtownabbey Branch

The presentation will cover both men’s family histories in Ulster and America, childhood similarities, their military and political careers, their funerals, grave sites and legacies. George is the tour guide at the Andrew Jackson Cottage and US Rangers Museum in Carrickfergus and has had a long career working in environmental and social projects in the UK, Africa, USA and the Philippines. Hybrid event: on-site & on Zoom All welcome. Free. Online – please book here to get the Zoom link. Attend in-person at Mossley Mill (Spinning Room), just turn up and say “hello”. Light refreshments...
History of Shrigley – Chris Hagan | Killyleagh Branch

History of Shrigley – Chris Hagan | Killyleagh Branch

Talk for NIFHS Killyleagh Branch, History of Shrigley by Chris Hagan, Monday 5 February 2024 @ 7:30 pm. On-site event All talks subject to confirmation closer to their dates. The venue may change subject to WIFI availability. Additional events & outings to be confirmed once...
The History of Boom Hall – Bart O’Donnell | Foyle Branch

The History of Boom Hall – Bart O’Donnell | Foyle Branch

Talk for NIFHS Foyle Branch, The History of Boom Hall, by Bart O’Donnell, Monday 5 February 2024 @ 7:00 pm. Hybrid event: on-site & on Zoom. Those wishing to attend on Zoom should e-mail the Branch Secretary at Foyle@nifhs.org and they will be sent the...
Cairncastle Through The Ages – Robert Stewart | Larne Branch

Cairncastle Through The Ages – Robert Stewart | Larne Branch

Talk for NIFHS Larne Branch, Cairncastle Through The Ages by Robert Stewart, Monday 15 January 2024 @ 7:15 pm. Hybrid event: on site & on Zoom. Those wishing to attend on Zoom should e-mail the Branch Secretary at Larne@nifhs.org and they will be sent the...
From Russia with Love. What Happened Thirty Years Ago – James Houston | Newtownabbey Branch | Hybrid Meeting

From Russia with Love. What Happened Thirty Years Ago – James Houston | Newtownabbey Branch | Hybrid Meeting

Talk for NIFHS Newtownabbey Branch, From Russia with Love. What happened thirty years ago by James Houston, on Monday 8 January 2024 @ 7:00 pm. Often current events can prompt us to revisit our personal experiences of history or travel. Branch member, James Houston, will share his memories about travelling to Russia 30 years ago. It was a time of change after the fall of the Berlin Wall and, as well as touching on politics and trade, James will talk about enduring memories, occasional jeopardy and cultural surprises such as the world-renowned Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg. James grew up in England and recalls the ever present Cold War. Having come to live in Northern Ireland, he has become a keen family historian and student of Irish history. In a former life, James was an accountant and consultant who travelled extensively as part of his consulting role, latterly with a focus on capacity development overseas in sometimes challenging environments. Hybrid event: on-site & on Zoom.  All welcome. Members, guests and visitors are all welcome. Free. Online – please book here to get the Zoom link. Attend in-person at Mossley Mill (Spinning Room), just turn up and say “hello”. Light refreshments available.  Map Please note the change from our previously advertised...
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