Larne Museum & Arts Centre
| County: | Co. Antrim |
| Tel: | 028-2827 9482 |
| Email: | caldwellj@larne.gov.uk |
Larne Museum is a lively community Museum very much at the centre of cultural life in the Borough of Larne. The Museum is located within the former Carnegie Free Public Library, which first opened its doors to the public in 1906. This historic building, beautifully restored and renovated with many of its original features remaining intact, not only houses Larne Museum but is also home to Larne Art Club and Larne Drama Circle.
The Museum’s main gallery reflects the area’s rich maritime, industrial and agricultural heritage. Visitors may listen to oral history recordings at the Museum’s listening posts and view many historic photographs on the interactive computer. A programme of temporary exhibitions may be seen throughout the year in the John Clifford Gallery (also located in the Museum)
General Information
| Address: | 2 Victoria Road, Larne BT40 3FD, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland |
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| Telephone; | 028-2827 9482 |
| Email: | caldwellj@larne.gov.uk |
| Website: | http://www.larne.gov.uk |
| Location: | Larne Town Centre |
| Season: | All Year |
| Open Times: | Mon-Sat 10.00-16.30 |
| Tours: | 1 hour, Languages: English |
| Booking Contact: | 028-2827 6972 |
| Manager: | Jenny Caldwell |
| Average Visit Length: | 1-2 Hours |
| Entrance Fees: | Free Admission |
| Exhibition: | The Museum’s Main Gallery reflects the area’s rich maritime, industrial and |
| Picnic Area: | No |
| Information Guide: | Yes |
| Coach Parking: | Yes |
| Group Booking Necessary: | Yes |
| Car Parking: | Yes |
| Disabled Access/Parking: | Yes |
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Schools
New programmes are in development on the following and will be launched during2009.
- Home Life in Larne suitable for Key Stage 1 children
- World War II programme suitable for GCSE
- Victorian programme suitable for Key Stage 2 pupils
- The Distant Past Booklet suitable for Primary School pupils V
- Viking programme suitable for Key Stage 2 pupils Farewell to Erin
Educational booklet on 18th Century emigration from EastAntrim. Suitable for Key Stage 3 pupils.The Museum has also developed special projects with local schools. Pleasecontact the Museum directly for further details
Conference & Incentive
The temporary gallery provides a great variety of exhibitions throughout the year so there is always plenty to see. The Museum also hosts art and living history events throughout the year that visitors could choose to book into. Details of these can be found on our website
