Boyne Day: Better understanding of the Glorious Revolution and its legacy to be promoted
The Battle of the Boyne is being brought to life on Boyne Day to promote a better understanding of the Glorious Revolution and its legacy.
In a statement the Orange Order say their museum will host their ‘Annual Boyne Day Event’ promoting ‘a better understanding of the Glorious Revolution and its legacy is one of the major motivations behind the Museum of Orange Heritage’.
The event will take place on Saturday, 15th August, at the Museum of Orange Heritage, Schomberg House, Belfast.
They say this ‘family-focused event explores not only the events of the Battle of the Boyne but also its wider legacy for the modern World’.
Museum curator, Dr Jonathan Mattison said that “Boyne Day is our way of bringing the legacy of the Battle of the Boyne to life.
"This was one of the most seminal battles and indeed moments in the history of the British Isles and was integral to the Glorious Revolution,” he added.
“Boyne Day helps young and old delve into the history of the period through living history, games, arts and crafts.”
There will still be an opportunity for visitors to explore the history, ideas and legacy of the Glorious Revolution through our continuing Liberty Exhibition, especially in this 250th anniversary year of the Declaration of Independence in the American Colonies.
They add this FREE event, invites everyone who would like to know more about the Battle of the Boyne or Orangeism in general, to come along and explore.
For more information, contact the Museum of Orange Heritage on 028 9070 1122 or visit www.orangeheritage.co.uk , 368 Cregagh Road, Belfast, BT6 9EY.