50th Anniversary Foundations at the Ulster American Folk Park
For European Heritage Open Days this year, we invite you to join us on a unique tour that discovers more about how the Folk Park was first established and the origins of the many different museum exhibit buildings, some of which were transported across from North America.
Taking place on Sunday 13th September, join us for a guided tour of the Folk Park and find out more about how the museum first opened its doors to the public in 1976. Fast forward to 2026, the museum continues to attract visitors from around the work with its story of migration.
You will meet at the Visitor Centre before visiting the Mellon Homestead where you will see the original Mellon House and understand more of its significance.
Things to note:
- You must book your place as there is a maximum capacity of 20 people per tour. The tour is guided throughout.
- We recommend wearing suitable footwear and clothing, as part of the tour is outdoors.
- It's one tour per day at 1pm, and 3pm
- The tour starts and ends at the Visitor Centre, located at the Ulster American Folk Park.
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For European Heritage Open Days this year, we invite you to join us on a unique tour that discovers more about how the Folk Park was first established and the origins of the many different museum exhibit buildings, some of which were transported across from North America.
Taking place on Sunday 13th September, join us for a guided tour of the Folk Park and find out more about how the museum first opened its doors to the public in 1976. Fast forward to 2026, the museum continues to attract visitors from around the work with its story of migration.
You will meet at the Visitor Centre before visiting the Mellon Homestead where you will see the original Mellon House and understand more of its significance.
Things to note:
- You must book your place as there is a maximum capacity of 20 people per tour. The tour is guided throughout.
- We recommend wearing suitable footwear and clothing, as part of the tour is outdoors.
- It's one tour per day at 1pm, and 3pm
- The tour starts and ends at the Visitor Centre, located at the Ulster American Folk Park.
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