Wendy Erskine

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Wendy Erskine is one of Northern Ireland’s most exciting writers, and the author of two critically acclaimed short story collections, Sweet Home and Dance Move. In this wide-ranging interview with Kathy Clugston, Wendy will talk about her writing life, including the influences and themes of her work, her writing process, and her new novel.

£4.00 – £6.50

Wild Colonial Boys: A Belfast Punk Story

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Ruefrex were one of Northern Ireland's most popular and uncompromising punk rock bands. Founder member, songwriter and spokesperson Thomas Paul Burgess talks to Malachi O’Doherty about his new and candid memoir.

£4.00 – £6.50

Making Peace Through Art: A Creative Workshop

SOLD OUT Join us for a unique experience at The Linen Hall as part of the Hiroshima–Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Exhibition this January and February. Our peace-themed workshop seamlessly weaves together

£5.00 – £10.00

Robert Tannahill’s Irish Songs

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Robert Tannahill was a weaver, a songwriter and a poet who wrote over 100 songs of a quality comparable to Robert Burns. Join Professor Fred Freeman as he presents an illustrated talk on the unique body of Scottish-Irish songs of Robert Tannahill.

£4.00 – £6.50

Gathered Lightpoints: A reconstruction of the Lives, Work and Journeys of Alice Berger Hammerschlag and Helen Lewis

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Explore the artistic legacy and enduring friendship of Alice Berger Hammerschlag, a visual artist who escaped from the Nazi regime, and Helen Lewis, a distinguished dancer, choreographer, and Holocaust survivor—two influential female modern artists who found a new home in Belfast.

£4.00 – £6.50

The Incredible World of Life-Saving Dogs

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

From mountain rescues to aiding in major events like the Lockerbie bombing, Neil Powell's dogs have been there. Neil is currently conducting ground-breaking research in the School of Biological Sciences (QUB) into whether dogs can be used as an early warning system for people living with epilepsy. Join dog expert, Neil Powel for a talk merging personal experiences and scientific research.

£4.00 – £6.50

Baroness May Blood: A Celebration of an Extraordinary Woman

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

PANEL CONVERSATION As part of our ongoing celebration of extraORDINARYwomen , join us at The Linen Hall for a panel discussion honouring the life and legacy of Baroness May Blood, a pivotal figure in Northern Ireland's history.

Free

Michael McLaverty Short Story Award

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Join us for a celebration of Michael McLaverty’s writing legacy and presentation of the winning stories of this year’s short story award.

Free

The Stories Behind Belfast’s Street Names

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

Since 2020, Martin Magill has been researching the fascinating stories behind Belfast’s street names, uncovering a wealth of information about 2,000 street names, revealing the people and the historical events that have shaped the city.

£3.00 – £4.00

Northern Soul Roadshow Showcase

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

We are delighted to host the Irish Writers Centre for a showcase event celebrating the finale of its Northern Soul Roadshow, a programme of events curated by writer-facilitator Fiona O’Rourke. Featuring special guest author Anna Burns, the event will showcase new work from writers who took part in the Northern Soul Roadshow 2024.

Free

Towards a Belfast Festival of History

Linen Hall Library 17 Donegall Square North, Belfast, United Kingdom

There is a growing sentiment among those engaged in Belfast’s history that the city should establish its own festival. The success of such an endeavour lays on the active support and participation of the public.

£3.00 – £4.00