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Belfast Barge

Belfast Barge
Belfast's maritime history is writ large on-board MV Confiance, the city's new 'floating museum'. Inside this specially kitted out vessel you'll find The Galley cafe restaurant and performance space. Read_on (No Comments)

Belfast Exposed

Belfast Exposed
NI's only dedicated photography gallery is a favourite haunt of the city's art students and another cool creative space in the thriving Cathedral Quarter. Read_on (No Comments)

Northern Ireland War Memorial Home Front Exhibition

Northern Ireland War Memorial Home Front Exhibition
This small exhibition beside St. Anne's Cathedral recalls the ravages of WW2 - both on the battlefield and during the Belfast Blitz. Read_on (No Comments)

Oh Yeah Music Centre

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From Ruby Murray to Snow Patrol, with a touch of The Undertones and Van Morrison in between, NI's music scene has long been at the forefront of popular culture. Read_on (No Comments)

Ulster Folk and Transport Museum

Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Stroll through this outdoor collection of lovingly-restored 18th century buildings and let the costumed guides bring history to life. Read_on (1 Comment)

Ulster Museum

Ulster Museum
As make-overs go, this £17m, three-year revamp of one of the city's most beloved landmarks is a real stunner. Read_on (No Comments)

W5

W5
NI's only science and discovery centre has over 250 interactive exhibits across several spacious levels, and a changing programme of workshops and events. Read_on (3 Comments)

Belfast Print Workshop

Belfast Print Workshop
Located in a beautifully renovated warehouse in Belfast's artisan Catherdal Quarter, the building's exterior is dominated by a dramatic steel and mosaic modern art sculpture. Read_on (No Comments)

Catalyst Arts Gallery

Catalyst Arts Gallery
Formed in 1993, Belfast's primary non-profit artist-led organisation acts as a 'catalyst' cajoling, supporting and promoting local, national and international artistic endeavours. Read_on (No Comments)

Golden Thread Gallery

Golden Thread Gallery
On the fringes of the Cathedral Quarter stands this red brick building whose ground floor houses one of Belfast's coolest art galleries. Read_on (3 Comments)

Lawrence Street Workshops

Lawrence Street Workshops
In an old stables courtyard off Queen's Quarter's Cromwell Road lurks this 'scrapyard' where old junk is magically transformed into objects of great beauty. Read_on (No Comments)

P.L.A.C.E.

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Stop by this small exhibition space next to the Linen Hall Library and discover the changing face of Belfast city. A joint project between the Royal Society of Ulster Architects and Belfast City Council, P. Read_on (No Comments)

Queen Street Studios Gallery

Queen Street Studios Gallery
Established in 1984, this small studio space is home to over 20 artists across various career stages and creative media. Look for the door sign on the red brick city centre building and climb three flights (no lift access) to view some truly innovative work. Read_on (1 Comment)

Red Barn Gallery

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Down a wee lane beside Rosemary Street Church nestles this new art space featuring work from local or locally-based photographers, painters and sculptors. Read_on (No Comments)

University of Ulster School of Art & Design

University of Ulster School of Art & Design
Three big blue and red buoys stand outside this revamped home to over 1000 of the city's art students. The large foyer often Read_on (No Comments)

WheelWorks

WheelWorks
This youth-based arts organisation provides artistic and creative opportunities for young people who have difficulty accessing the arts. Read_on (No Comments)