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Larne Museum & Arts Centre EHOD 2025

2 Victoria Road, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1RN
Larne Museum & Arts Centre EHOD 2025

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Built in 1905, this historic building opened its doors to the public in 1906 as the Carnegie Free Library, following financial assistance from the American millionaire and philanthropist Mr Andrew Carnegie. Now home to Larne Museum & Arts Centre, the main gallery hosts permanent displays reflecting the agricultural, industrial, military and maritime history of the area, while the ‘John Clifford Gallery’ plays host to a variety of temporary exhibitions throughout the year.

On the day, we will also be hosting “Frances Anne Vane Tempest, Marchioness of Londonderry: Routes, Connections and Networks”, a talk by Carnlough historian Mary Watson, which will explore how Frances Anne Vane-Tempest (1800-1865) connected with people across Europe in her travels, with her business interests, and her passion for many residences around Ireland and England.

Frances Anne, Marchioness of Londonderry, was the sole daughter and heiress of Sir Henry Vane-Tempest, Bart., of Durham, and Anne Catherine, Countess of Antrim. Frances Anne was a very successful business manager who played an important role in the development of Carnlough and also in the north-east of England. She was a leading social figure in London and Europe; her acquaintances included the Duke of Wellington, Benjamin Disraeli and Tsar Alexander I. Mary Watson's talk will examine the fascinating life of this unique lady.

Larne Museum & Arts Centre will be open from 10:00 to 16:00. The talk will take place in the Auditorium of Larne Museum from 14:00 to 15:00. 

The talk is a free event, however places are limited and should be booked in advance by contacting Larne Museum & Arts Centre on +44 (0) 28 28 262443 or e-mailing marian.kelso@midandeastantrim.gov.uk. Light refreshments provided.

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