About
The landmark high-Victorian Carlisle Memorial Church was built between 1872 and 1875 at the request of Belfast-based merchant James Carlisle, in memory of his children who died. Intended as a gift to the city, the church stands as both a personal tribute and a significant architectural contribution to Belfast.
The church closed in June 1980, following a difficult period during the onset of the Troubles, and quickly fell into disrepair. Belfast Buildings Trust first expressed concern about the building in 1997 and has since worked tirelessly to safeguard its structure and secure its long-term sustainable future. Today, Carlisle Memorial is being reimagined by the Trust as a space for public events and engagement activities. Since 2015, the building has hosted a wide range of activities, including exhibitions, live music performances, and film productions, marking its transformation into one of the city’s most historic cultural hubs.
During the EHOD weekend, Carlisle Memorial will open to the public and host a curated photography exhibition. In the lead-up to the event, BBT will invite public submissions of photographs capturing Belfast’s at-risk heritage places and spaces. The exhibition will serve as a visual catalogue of some of the city's most admired yet neglected buildings, sparking conversations about their past, present, and potential future. Through these powerful images, we hope to inspire public dialogue about how the people of Belfast envision the city’s future and the role of its built heritage in shaping it. We look forward to welcoming both returning visitors and new faces to Carlisle Memorial during this special weekend.
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Ticket | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
