About
Winter Talks Programme 2024
Did you know that a prominent member of the United Irishmen was from Lisburn? Henry Monro (1758-98) was born in the town and worked in its thriving linen industry. Why did Monro join the Society of United Irishmen, and what was his role in the revolutionary movement that planned the 1798 Rebellion? What was life in Lisburn like during this turbulent time?
Ken Dawson is a retired teacher who served as Head of History and vice-principal at Down High School, Downpatrick. He is the author of ‘The Belfast Jacobin: Samuel Neilson and the United Irishmen’ (2017).
All talks are FREE and in person, and take place in the museum’s historic Assembly Room. Doors open at 6.30pm for tea and coffee on arrival, and talks start promptly at 7pm. Please note there is no allocated seating for this event.
For more information or to book please contact Museum reception by:
Calling in to Museum Reception
T: 028 9266 3377
E: ilc.reception@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Or to book online please visit: Irish Linen Centre & Lisburn Museum event tickets from TicketSource.
Facilities
Accessibility
- Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
- Guide dogs permitted
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for disabled visitors
Establishment Features
- Shop
- Talks
- Toilets
- Visitor information
Event Facilities
- Booking Required
Parking & Transport
- Frequent bus services
- Off site parking
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Station nearby
- Taxi rank nearby
Payment Methods
- All major credit/debit cards accepted
Provider Preferences
- In town/city centre
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
