Donaghmore Historical Society

16/06/2026

A couple more photographs from a fascinating morning Armagh Robinson Library & No 5
University of Oxford Professor Ian McBride lecture on Ulster, Ireland and America in 1776 drew an excellent audience and offered fresh insights into a pivotal period of our shared history.

A superb event as part of the
USA NI 250 programme.

14/06/2026

A fascinating morning at the Armagh Robinson Library & No 5 with Tony Davidson and Evelyn Cardwell
Professor Ian McBride of University of Oxford delivered a thought-provoking lecture on Ulster, Ireland and America in 1776, exploring ideas and influences that would shape generations on both sides of the Atlantic. Particularly interesting was the discussion of Francis Hutcheson, who also features in Tony Davidson’s magnificent Meeting among the Spires

An excellent contribution to the USA NI 250 programme in a wonderful setting.



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09/06/2026

A fascinating event coming up at the Mellon Centre for Migration Studies

This promises to be a really worthwhile symposium for anyone interested in migration, genealogy and Ulster-American history.

Free tickets now available.

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08/06/2026

Just a few photographs from a very special recent visit to Donaghmore and the wider area by Canadian visitor W***y Prentice and his wife Punks , tracing family connections back to the Prentice and Lightbody families of the district.

With the help of local research and knowledge, including that of our own Sammy Wilson, W***y was able to stand in the footsteps of his ancestors and visit places connected with his family story for the first time. From Carland Presbyterian Church and local townlands to Donaghmore village and Dungannon, it proved to be a moving and memorable day for all involved.

This is exactly why local history matters; the connecting people across generations, communities and continents.

Many thanks to Lizzie Charley of Hidden Heritage NI ( http://www.hiddenheritageni.com ) for sharing the story and photographs with us, and for the wonderful care shown in bringing these family connections to life.

08/06/2026

A privilege to attend the launch of Ulster American Treasures: The Migration Story at Belfast City Hall as part of the wider USA NI 250 programme 🇺🇸

A fascinating and important initiative exploring the historic links between Ulster and America, and the stories of migration, identity and community that continue to connect both sides of the Atlantic.

Donaghmore Historical Society also looks forward to launching our own USA NI 250 project, The Greer Project, at Hill of The O’Neill & Ranfurly House on 10th September at 7.30pm.

07/06/2026

A wonderful morning celebrating the launch of Journal No. 27 and the 40th anniversary of O'Neill Country Historical Society
Delighted for Donaghmore Historical Society to be represented at such an excellent celebration of local heritage and history.

Congratulations to everyone involved in producing this year’s journal and marking four decades of preserving and promoting the rich history of the wider area.

06/06/2026

Wonderful to see such a tremendous turnout for this fascinating evening of local history on the Hill of The O’Neill.

Congratulations to everyone involved, especially Roddy Hegarty, for bringing the rich story of St Patrick’s Church Dungannon and the wider area so vividly to life.

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02/06/2026

A lovely opportunity this weekend to explore some of the rich history and heritage of Benburb, including self guided tours of the church and churchyard trail, along with guided tours of Benburb Castle on Sunday afternoon.

Well worth a visit for anyone interested in local history, memorials and the stories connected with our historic places.