Ulster Museum

The Ulster Museum, located in Belfast, Northern Ireland, is the largest museum in Northern Ireland and one of the leading museums in the United Kingdom.

It holds a wide range of collections, including art, archaeology, ethnography, botany, zoology, and geology.

The museum covers the history and culture of Northern Ireland and its people, from prehistoric times to the present day.

Highlights of the Ulster museum include:

• The Irish Antiquities Collection: This collection includes prehistoric gold and bronze objects, as well as a collection of Irish ceramics. It covers the period from the Neolithic to the early medieval period, and provides a glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the ancient people of Ireland.
• The Art Collection: The museum has a collection of over 8,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, prints, and drawings. It includes works by notable Irish artists such as Jack Yeats, William Conor and William Mulholland.
• The Natural History Collection: The museum has a natural history collection which includes fossils, minerals and specimens of the native flora and fauna of Northern Ireland. It covers the geology, botany, and zoology of the region and is an interesting resource for those who want to learn more about the natural heritage of the area.
• The History of Northern Ireland Collection: The Ulster Museum covers the history of Northern Ireland from prehistoric times to the present day. It features a range of interactive displays and exhibits that highlight the key events and people that have shaped the region throughout history.
• Special Exhibitions: The museum regularly hosts special exhibitions that focus on specific themes or artists. These exhibitions often include works from other museums and private collections, providing visitors with the opportunity to see rare and unique objects.

The museum is open to the public and offers a range of exhibitions, tours, and educational programs. The museum also has a research library and archive for those who wish to study the collections in more detail.

The Ulster Museum has a café called the “Wynne & Pym café” which serves a variety of food and drinks to visitors. The café is located in the museum’s main atrium and offers indoor and outdoor seating. It is open during the museum’s regular hours of operation and is a great place to relax and refuel after exploring the museum’s exhibits. The café is also a great spot to enjoy a coffee or a meal while looking over the beautiful gardens outside the museum’s windows.