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Book now for 'Sure It's All In The Past...' events! Holywell Consultancy (as a Peace III initiative) are delighted to invite groups and individuals to book for 3 great history events related to the 'Decade of Commemorations'. Whether you are a history expert or fell asleep in history class there is an option here for you! If you are interested in finding out more about events like Easter 1916, The Somme, Partition, the Irish Civil War, Suffragettes, the start of the Trade Union Movement, Home Rule then sign up! ˇ If you want an interactive conference, our 'Café Culture' is the choice for you. Monday 13th June 10am - 4pm in the Tower Hotel. ˇ If you want a 1 day course with film, drama, PowerPoint and discussion to get you thinking sign up for St.Columb's Park House on 7th June 9.30am - 4.30pm ˇ If you want a more in-depth conversation then our 'hedge school' with specialist guest speakers in the Central Library on 10th June 7-9pm could be a good choice. To register email: sdivin@btinternet.com and state clearly which event or events you are booking for. Please assume your booking has been successful and turn up on the day. All events are free and include catering. Block bookings from groups are welcome - there is no limit to the number of people who can sign up from any particular group (unless we are fully booked!).
Rarely seen films from the Digital Film Archive “The Ulster Covenant” and “Saorise” (Freedom) produced for the Northern Ireland Government and Gael Linn to mark the 50th anniversaries of the Covenant in 1962 and The Easter Rising circa 1966. The session will consider what is “documented community memory?” As versions of history are shaping the present, there are risks and opportunities in commemorating the decade 1912-22. Will the same versions of history which shaped the present be driving the future? Partners Northern Ireland Screen, PRONI, Community Relations Council and Heritage Lottery Fund Venue Public Record Office of Northern Ireland (PRONI), 2 Titanic Boulevard, BELFAST BT3 9HQ. Contact PRONI on 02890 534800 or proni@dcalni.gov.uk PRONI is now open at its new state-of-the-art building, located at 2 Titanic Boulevard, Belfast, BT3 9HQ. Please visit the PRONI website - www.proni.gov.ukfor further details. Competing Stories 1912-1922 in PRONI 23rd May Thursday from 2.00pm to 4.45pm - an event incorporating films, talks and discussion on the Decade of Centenaries will take place at PRONI.
The Decade of Commemorations 1912 – 1922 Are you interested in British and Irish history but fell asleep in class? Then this is the opportunity for you! Using PowerPoint, discussion, film, music, drama and activities, learn about the history of 100 years ago and reflect on how it impacts us today. You will find out about Home Rule; the Solemn League and Covenant; the formation of the Irish Volunteers; the Trade Union Movement; the Dublin Lockout; Suffragettes; the Somme; the Easter Rising; The War of Independence; The Irish Civil War; and Partition. Venue: St.Columb’s Park House, Derry~Londonderry Date/Time: Friday 7th June 9.30am – 4.30pm 25 places – first come first served – no cost – light lunch included No previous history knowledge required! To register contact: Sue Divin sdivin@btinternet.com or mob: 07761969755 |
Exhibition to Mark Anniversary of Women's Suffrage Movement
Between 1912 and 1914, women of all backgrounds, from across all sections of society, campaigned for women to have the right to vote. To mark this campaign, the Northern Ireland Assembly invited post-primary students to create a piece of work celebrating female participation in the democratic process. Competition winners were awarded prizes, and their work is currently on display in the Great Hall of Parliament Buildings.
Competition winners' work will be on display in the Great Hall of Parliament Buildings from 29 April 2013 to 17 May 2013. Students were permitted to use any format to represent their depiction of the issues surrounding the female suffrage campaign; eg poster, poem, picture, photo, song, video, speech, or essay.
Parliament Buildings is open to the public between 9.00am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday. Free guided tours are available Monday – Friday at 10.00am and 3.00pm.
Belfast City Council have a range of events in May looking at the rise of the labour movement and the role of the trade unions. For details go to http://www.belfastcity.gov.uk/goodrelations/decades-centenaries.asp
Abhaile Aris, the Donegal republican ex-prisoner support group, cordially invite you to our seminar, ‘The Lily and the Poppy’
The seminar is based around the history of the Easter Lily and the Poppy, both of which are symbols of Irish and British nationalism in Ireland.
The seminar will be addressed by Belfast republican and member of the Irish National Graves Association Mr Joe Austin and renowned historian Philip Orr. After both speakers there will be a question and answer session with the panel.
When/Where ?
Time: 10-30am -1pm
Date: Thursday, 25th April 2013
Venue: Station House Hotel, Letterkenny
Admission FreeLight RefreshmentsAll Welcome
Commemorations
It is important that we use this opportunity to give a balanced view of our history, develop people's understanding of such events and ensure that they are celebrated respectfully and in a way that furthers peace and reconciliation. This workshop invites groups from the CAN area to explore how the decade of commemorations can bring opportunities for positive and enlightening experiences to communities.
1 pm Registration & lunch
1.15pm Guest Speakers - Philip Orr & Tom Hartley
2pm Good Practice Discussion
3pm Close
Clotworthy Arts Centre
Randalstown Road
Antrim
This FREE workshop is one of a series of 10 events sharing good practice to inform peace building in the CAN area.
RSVP by Monday 25th March to Maria at 028 90381226 or e-mail:maria@locusmgt.com
Belfast City Council (BCC) Exhibition
The exhibition marks key events from 1912 to 1914, like the Home Rule campaigns and the signing of the Ulster Covenant.
It can be found in the east wing of City Hall. Opening times are Monday to Friday 9.30am to 4.30pm and Saturday 10am to 4pm.
It will close at the end of February 2013, going on loan to Ballymena Borough Council from 1 March 2013.
Copies of the panels relating to the role of women and the campaign for female suffrage together with the labour movement will be on display in City Hall during the next few months.
