American Independence Weekend
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This year, on the 4th July, marks 250 years since the Declaration of Independence took place. Discover how those who called Ulster home helped influence the creation of a new and independent America.
👨👩👧👦 A day for all the family, enjoy games and activities including traditional swing boats, a mobile shooting range, face painting and crafts.
🎵 Listen to live music at the Frontier and hear a re-enactment reading of the Declaration of Independence by one of our costumed characters.
🍔We'll also be joined by Paula McIntyre for 'Hamely Kitchen', a modern interpretation of classic Appalachian dishes inspired by Ulster migrants. Enjoy a BBQ in the Park!
🧑✈️Watch firing displays by the Minstrel Boys Living History Group as they perform re-enactments throughout the day. Explore the weapons table and learn about the progression of firearms from the 1600s, all the way to the 1900s.
🏛️Talk to our Curator of Emigration about the impact American Independence had on Indigenous and African Americans and whether Independence Day is really a cause for celebration. especially for this year.
👨👩👧👦 A day for all the family, enjoy games and activities including traditional swing boats, a mobile shooting range, face painting and crafts.
🎵 Listen to live music at the Frontier and hear a re-enactment reading of the Declaration of Independence by one of our costumed characters.
🍔We'll also be joined by Paula McIntyre for 'Hamely Kitchen', a modern interpretation of classic Appalachian dishes inspired by Ulster migrants. Enjoy a BBQ in the Park!
🧑✈️Watch firing displays by the Minstrel Boys Living History Group as they perform re-enactments throughout the day. Explore the weapons table and learn about the progression of firearms from the 1600s, all the way to the 1900s.
🏛️Talk to our Curator of Emigration about the impact American Independence had on Indigenous and African Americans and whether Independence Day is really a cause for celebration. especially for this year.
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Ulster American Folk Park, Omagh, United Kingdom
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