Mid Antrim Museum at The Braid
Category: Families, Rainy Day, Culture, Free
Type: Museums & Galleries, General Attractions
1-29 Bridge Street
Ballymena
Co Antrim
BT43 5EJ
Ballymena
Co Antrim
BT43 5EJ
Tel: +44 28 2565 7161
Please mention ireland-guide.com when enquiring.
The story of Mid-Antrim from earliest times to the present day is told through a mix of state of the art interactive technology and amazing original artefacts
Mid Antrim Museum at The Braid
Georgina Campbell
Named after the river that runs through Ballymena, the Braid weaves together history, arts and culture alongside contemporary conference, tourism and civic facilities on a site that has been for centuries the centre of local civic life.
From family activities to special interest events, there's something for everyone. Once inside the galleries tell the story of Mid-Antrim from earliest times to the present day is told through a mix of state of the art interactive technology and amazing original artefacts.
Highlights include an exhibition revealing the turbulent medieval history of the region.
From family activities to special interest events, there's something for everyone. Once inside the galleries tell the story of Mid-Antrim from earliest times to the present day is told through a mix of state of the art interactive technology and amazing original artefacts.
Highlights include an exhibition revealing the turbulent medieval history of the region.
Opening Time:
Open all year, Mon-Sat, 10am-5pm (to 4pm Sat)
Admission Charge:
Free
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In town centre - at the junction of Linenhall Street and Bridge Street beside the Town Hall.View Similar Tourist Attractions
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