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Armagh History Group: Folklore Films from the Digital Film Archive

At Observatory Library, Armagh Planetarium · College Hill, Armagh, Co. Armagh, BT61 9DB

Folklore film screening at the Observatory Library Armagh

What to Expect

Bronagh McAtarsney from the Irish Film Institute (IFI) Digital Film Archive presents a selection of archived folklore films from the North of Ireland and discusses their significance as primary heritage documents. The event is the October meeting of the Armagh and District History Group, held as usual in the Observatory Library. The Digital Film Archive preserves rare and historic footage recording Irish traditional life, culture and heritage.

Good to Know

  • Friday 9 October 2026 at 7:00pm at the Observatory Library, College Hill, Armagh.

  • Free entry; all welcome.

  • Part of the Armagh and District History Group’s 2026-27 monthly series.

  • Check history-armagh.org for any updates or changes to venue.

Getting There

The Observatory Library is on College Hill beside Armagh Planetarium, a short uphill walk from the city centre.

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