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National Museums NI looks after four distinct museums in Northern Ireland and serves as custodians to 1.4 million objects in a collection spanning art, history and natural sciences.
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National Museums NI’s Corporate Strategy 2025–2030 positions our museums and collections as change-makers, amplifying impact through identity, peacebuilding, environment, and innovation, to shape bold solutions for our future.
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CEDaR marks 30 years of evidence-led environmental action
The Centre for Environmental Data and Recording (CEDaR) has marked its 30th anniversary with a conference and publication launch celebrating its long-standing role in advancing environmental monitoring and public engagement across Northern Ireland.
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£20,000 grant from Broderers’ Charity Trust helps preserve Ulster’s embroidery heritage
National Museums NI has received a £20,000 grant from the Broderers’ Charity Trust to support the conservation and celebration of one of Ireland’s most significant textile collections, the Ulster Folk Museum’s renowned white work embroidery collection.
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Unveiling the traditions of Samhain and Halloween
Ulster Folk Museum’s archives unveil the origins of Halloween
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£200,000 Project highlights power of collaboration in post-conflict Northern Ireland
The National Heritage Lottery Fund is supporting the Conflict and Legacy Interpretive Network to deliver an exhibition, a conference and online resources to create greater understanding on legacy and reconciliation.
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