About
U S Grant's great grandfather John Simpson was born in a farmhouse outside Ballygawley.
The original homestead has been preserved and is open to visitors all year round. In 1760 John Simpson left Northern Ireland, emigrating to Ohio in the United States. His great grandson Hiram Ulysses Grant was born in 1822 the eldest of 6 children. When Hiram was registering for West Point Military Academy as a recruit he was mistakenly called Ulysses Simpson Grant and this became his adopted name. Grant went on to become a leading General in the American Civil war, accepting the surrender from Confederate General Lee in 1865. After the Civil War President Andrew Johnson named Ulysses Grant Secretary of War over the newly reunited nation. In 1868, running against Johnson, Ulysses S Grant was elected 18th President of the United States.
Serving two terms in office U S Grant embarked on a world tour. During his two-year tour he was the first President of the United States to visit Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Join us on Saturday 13th September for self guided tours of US Grants Homestead from 9:00 to 17:00 and book for Living History tours on Sunday 14th September. Contact the Bridewell on +44 (0) 28 7963 1510 or email bridewell.reception@midulstercouncil.org. Bookings can also be made online at Eventbrite
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Facilities
Accessibility
- Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
- Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
- Guide dogs permitted
- Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
- Ramp / Level Access
- Toilets for disabled visitors
Catering
- Picnic Area
Children & Infants
- Facilities for children
Establishment Features
- Accept coach parties
- Groups accepted
- Guided Tours Available
Event Facilities
- Booking Required
Parking & Transport
- Car parking
- Coach parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Provider Preferences
- In countryside
- Of historic, literary or architectural interest
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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US Grant Ancestral Homestead, BallygawleyExplore the cottage of the Simpson family with close ties to Ulysses Simpson Grant, the Commander of the victorious Union troops in the American Civil War. U.S. Grant served two terms as U.S. President and visited the homeland.
Killymoon Castle, CookstownKillymoon castle sits in picturesque surroundings overlooking the Ballinderry River on the outskirts of Cookstown just 50 miles from Belfast by car. The castle is a grade A listed building designed by the famous architect John Nash.
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