In March 2016, Larne Museum & Arts Centre hosted a photographic exhibition by Millbrook Youth Group. Supported by the Education Authority, young people from Millbrook, Larne, completed a Good Relations course in August 2014. From December 2014, these young people visited many sites around Larne and further afield, and documented their learning. The end result was a series of pictures that reflected their experiences of seeing some of Northern Ireland’s cultural, political & historical landmarks.
Council Area: Mid & East Antrim
Richard Hayward’s East Antrim Pt3: In Praise of Ulster (Back Home in Ireland)
As part of Good Relations Week, we continue to explore the life and work of Richard Hayward. Hayward made a considerable number of cultural history and travel documentaries. Parts of Co Antrim, including Larne, Boneybefore near Carrickfergus and Broughshane, feature in this film made in 1946 by Richard Hayward called ‘Back Home in Ireland’. This is a travel documentary which tells the story of American troops stationed in Northern Ireland during the Second World War who were part of the build-up of soldiers prior to the invasion of Europe. Hayward narrated the film with a fictional American sergeant. The film includes some wonderful traditional music with songs and dances being performed by Ellie Mulligan and the Johnston School of Dancing, while in one sequence Hayward plays the harp.
Richard Hayward’s East Antrim Pt2: Remembering Richard Hayward
As part of Good Relations Week, we have been exploring the life of Richard Hayward. You can find out more in this 1½ hour talk recorded at PRONI in October 2014 where former BBC journalist and author Paul Clements outlines the life and work of the celebrated writer, actor and singer who died in 1964.
Richard Hayward’s East Antrim: A Virtual Exhibition
In a busy career, Hayward was a renowned writer, singer, actor and film-star, as well as a broadcaster, folklorist and tour guide. He recorded Orange ballads and traditional Irish folksongs and played the harp. His literary talents ranged from poetry, a novel and journalism, to 11 travel books on Ireland. We explore the life of Richard Hayward (1892-1964), through this virtual exhibition – ‘Richard Hayward’s East Antrim’
The Fiddle and Fife
The Fiddle and Fife Project in Mid and East Antrim aims to promote and preserve our rich local musical and cultural heritage through the exhibition and preservation of artefacts, video, photographic, and audio recording. This project is a creative collaboration between Mid-Antrim Museum and local musicians Johnny Murphy, Willie Drennan and David McClean
Gracehill Gardens
Gardens in Gracehill and Galgorm, Ballymena – A video made with photos from members and friends of Gracehill Moravian Church.