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Titanic: Window on Emigration

Omagh

28 February 2012 - 26 January 2014

Have you ever wondered what life was like for the emigrants from Ireland who boarded Titanic? Have you ever wondered how survivors picked up the pieces of their lives following the tragedy?

This exhibition looks at the stories of some of the Irish emigrants. Set in the context of European emigration, you can explore the stories of the steerage passengers and why they left for the New World. Explore a third class cabin on Titanic, listen to the voices of those involved and bring to life the stories of the people who handed over their tickets in Queenstown on 11 April 1912 for a journey to a new life.

Telephone:+44 (0)84 5608 0000

Website: www.nmni.com


Address: Ulster American Folk Park 2 Mellon Road, Omagh, BT78 5QU


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