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Tyrone

Ulster American Folk Park:

What is it?
The museum’s exhibitions and displays tell the story of those who emigrated from Ulster to America in the 18th and 19th centuries. Impressive displays include a full-size reconstruction of one of the ships that took immigrants to the US. It’s an important place for learning about the famous Irish-American heritage.

Facilities
There is a museum gift shop and a restaurant.

How much?
April 2005 - March 2006
Adults, £4.50
Concession (children 5-16, senior citizens, persons with disabilities) £2.50
Family Ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £11.50
Under 5’s, Free

April - September 2006
Mon - Sat, 10.30am-4.30pm
Museum closes, 6pm
Sunday and Public Holidays, 11am-5pm
Museum closes, 6.30pm

Where is it?
Castletown, Omagh, County Tyrone, BT78 5QY

When is it open?
October 2005 - March 2006
Mon-Fri, 10.30am - 6.30pm
Museum closes, 6pm
Closed weekends

April - September 2006
Monday-Saturday 10.30am - 4.30pm
Museum closes 6pm
Sunday and Public Holidays 11am - 5pm
Museum closes 6.30pm

Telephone: 028 8224 3292


Silverbrook Mills

What is it?
Restored corn, flax and saw mills on one site.

Facilities
Interpretive display, tea room, gift shop. Wheelchair access limited.

How much?
Adult £2.00, Child/Senior Citizen £1.25, Family £5.00

Where is it?
Brook Road,
Donemana,
Strabane,
Tyrone,
Northern Ireland

When is it open?

Telephone :44 (0)28 7139-7097


The Argory

What is it?
It is a handsome 19th century house furnished as it was in 1900. It is set in a large wooded estate on the banks of the River Blackwater and is an easy 50 minute drive from Belfast. A guided tour takes in the fascinating Victorian taste, interest s and interior of the family who lived here. There are many walks, and an excellent tea-room in the courtyard. Open April - September.

Facilities
Car Park/Access to Estate . Guided House Tour. Shop & Tea Room: Days open as house (Weekends only in June) 2pm - 6pm Weekdays July & August: 3pm - 5pm

How much?
£2.00 (refunded if house tour is taken)

Where is it?
4 miles from Moy; 3 miles from Exit 13 on M1
Derrycaw Road,
Moy,
Dungannon,
Co Tyrone,
BT71 6NA,
Northern Ireland

When is it open?
April, May & September: Sat, Sun and Bank Holidays: 2pm - 6pm
Easter (Good Friday to Easter Tuesday): daily: 2pm - 6pm
June - August: daily except Tuesday: 2pm - 6pm

Telephone :: +44 (0)28 8778-4753
Fax: +44 (0)28 8778-9598


 

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