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Behind the Scenes - Folk Life Collection Store

Get behind the scenes and discover how our museum objects are stored. Come along to this special tour of the Folk Life collection stores at the Ulster Folk Museum. 

Our stores are packed floor to ceiling with fascinating objects from our folk history. Join our Curator of History, Fiona Byrne, for a guided tour through the stores on Friday 20th June exploring everything from cradles to crocks. Fiona will show you some of the more significant objects in the stores such as our harnen stands and vernacular chairs. Fiona will also provide an insight into the work that goes on behind the scenes to maintain this important national collection. 

What to know 
  • This tour is for ages 12+ and children should be accompanied by an adult at all times
  • Tickets include admission to the Ulster Folk Museum for the day
  • We'll be in touch before the tour with info on where to meet and how to access the store
  • Due to environmental conditions in the Folk Life Store, warm clothing is advised 
  • Bags will not be permitted into the Folk Life Store, although we'll have a secure area to leave your bags if required
  • Photography will not be permitted in the Folk Life Store
  • Tours will last between 45 to 60 minutes

Ticket options

  • Adult - Behind the Scenes
    Adult - Behind the Scenes
    £13.50

    Adult 18 years+

    0 10 max

    Adult 18 years+

  • Child - Behind the Scenes
    Child - Behind the Scenes
    £8.50

    12 - 17 years - U16s must be accompanied by an adult

    0 10 max

    12 - 17 years - U16s must be accompanied by an adult

Behind the Scenes - Folk Life Collection Store
Get behind the scenes and discover how our museum objects are stored. Come along to this special tour of the Folk Life collection stores at the Ulster Folk Museum. 

Our stores are packed floor to ceiling with fascinating objects from our folk history. Join our Curator of History, Fiona Byrne, for a guided tour through the stores on Friday 20th June exploring everything from cradles to crocks. Fiona will show you some of the more significant objects in the stores such as our harnen stands and vernacular chairs. Fiona will also provide an insight into the work that goes on behind the scenes to maintain this important national collection. 

What to know 
  • This tour is for ages 12+ and children should be accompanied by an adult at all times
  • Tickets include admission to the Ulster Folk Museum for the day
  • We'll be in touch before the tour with info on where to meet and how to access the store
  • Due to environmental conditions in the Folk Life Store, warm clothing is advised 
  • Bags will not be permitted into the Folk Life Store, although we'll have a secure area to leave your bags if required
  • Photography will not be permitted in the Folk Life Store
  • Tours will last between 45 to 60 minutes

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