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Step back in time as you enter through the gates of Clifton Street Cemetery, opened by the Belfast Charitable Society in 1797 which catered to all of the citizens of Belfast.

Every Friday afternoon at 1pm throughout December, Clifton House will be moving their unique tours online, allowing you to find out more about life in the Poor House, or the stories surrounding some of those buried in Clifton Graveyard. Every week will be a different topic.

The history of Belfast begins at Clifton House. From the moment you step through our door you will be transported back in time to the Belfast Poorhouse – opened in 1774 – which provided sanctuary to thousands of people, from the young and old, to local citizens and passing sailors, throughout the years.

Join your peers in the creative sector to have the chats, make connections, and spark ideas.

This Halloween hear about the Darker Side of Clifton Street Cemetery through our special virtual talk series.

Due to the current pandemic, we have pushed the main celebrations of Mary Ann 250 until next year. However to mark this significant anniversary we are hosting a special online event this July, facilitated by our knowledgeable staff and volunteers. This event is free, but places are limited so please register using the link below.

Explore Clifton Street Cemetery this Halloween weekend and discover its darker side!

Heritage 4 Health will be sharing information and learning about the benefits of social prescribing and the project so far at this free event in Clifton House, Belfast.

Join us on Sunday 1st September 2024 for a free event celebrating 250 years of Clifton House. This event showcases and celebrates heritage skills, local crafts, live music, food and a chance to share your memories of north Belfast through our history harvest, part of the Great Place North Belfast project.

This month, we are offering you the chance to book our next three talks with one ticket purchase. This ticket will give you full access to our online events on the 14th, 21st and 28th August at 1pm. Bundle ticket must be purchased before 11am on the 14th August.

National Lottery funding has been so important to Titanic Quarter, so we are saying #ThanksToYou for our funding with a free Maritime Mile Heritage Tour for National Lottery ticket holders.

National Lottery funding has been so important to Titanic Quarter, so we are saying #ThanksToYou for our funding with a free Maritime Mile Heritage Tour for National Lottery ticket holders.

Due to the current pandemic, we have pushed the main celebrations of Mary Ann 250 until next year. However to mark this significant anniversary we are hosting a free online talk, facilitated by our knowledgeable staff and volunteers.

This month (June), Clifton House will be moving their unique Friday tours online, allowing you to find out more about life in the Poor House, or the stories surrounding some of those buried in Clifton Graveyard. Every week will be a different topic.

In August, Titanic Foundation will be opening up their archives and putting them on display in Titanic Belfast in a free exhibition

Tour of Belfast’s oldest working buildings – the Belfast Poor House. Come and explore the city’s oldest working building, set up by philanthropic merchants as the Belfast Poor House. Hear stories of its work and those who sought refuge in its walls.

Every Friday afternoon at 1pm, Clifton House will be moving their unique tours online, allowing you to find out more about life in the Poor House, or the stories surrounding some of those buried in Clifton Graveyard. Every week will be a different topic. This week focuses on the Poor House itself.

Turn your lens to Titanic Quarter and join us on our summer Titanic Taster Photo Tour!

Become a Titanic inspired photographer for the day, learning all about the science behind photography while having the opportunity to explore Titanic Quarter’s industrial & maritime heritage.