Journey back in time

Through emigration, Ulster people have made an impact across North America. Explore rural Ulster and the American frontier as you walk in the footsteps of the bold migrants who set sail for America.

The Ulster American Folk Park tells the story of Ulster people’s emigration to North America in the 18th and 19th centuries. Learn more about lives left behind, the hardships endured on the journey and the pioneering spirit of building new lives in a new land.

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a christmas tree with lights and red bows in the folk park

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Christmas at the Ulster American Folk Park

From 5th December

Step into Christmas past, full of nostalgia and traditions as you wander the wintry scenes of the Folk Park

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Curator Tour: Ulster Emigration and Indigenous Peoples

Sunday 15th November

Explore Indigenous People and the impact of emigration to North America with a guided tour of the Ulster American Folk Park

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A hawthorn tree made by willow, situated in an exhibition display at ulster american folk park, with green backdrops

Temporary Exhibition

Under the Hawthorn Tree

Open Tuesday to Sunday

A family-friendly exhibition based on the children’s novel, Under the Hawthorn Tree, by bestselling Irish author, Marita Conlon-McKenna.

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DEVELOPING THE NARRATIVE

The Ulster American Folk Park strives to give a diverse range of perspectives on the story of migration from Ulster to North America, from the 18th century to the early 20th century. Learn more about our commitment.