Woven in Time

Join us for an afternoon of all-thing’s linen in the stunning surroundings of the Ulster Folk Museum.

Enjoy a refreshing flax seed infused Weaver’s Dry Gin* at McCuskers, the Folk Museum’s original 1900s Pub. While enjoying your drink you will hear an insight into Echlinville Distilleries inspiration for their unique gin. 

Take a short walk to the Ballydugan Weavers House for a talk and demonstration by Roisin Aiston, the museum’s in-house linen weaver. You’ll hear about the process of linen making from flax to fibre and see our original loom in action.

Hear from Valerie Wilson, Curator of Textiles, on the museum’s outstanding textile collection and the linen gems it contains. She’ll also delve into the importance and impact of the linen industry on the province.

End the afternoon with print maker and Creative Peninsula artist Lucy Turner who will guide you through a hands-on activity where you will screen print onto linen making your own unique piece of art to take home. 

*Soft drink or alternative choices available