Renowned designer Trish Belford will be talking about her research and design project behind her new exhibition The Alchemy of Print at R-Space Gallery.

Martin Doyle, Books Editor of The Irish Times, will be discussing his much-anticipated book Dirty Linen with Jason Diamond. Martin, who grew up in Lawrencetown, Co. Down, writes about the terrible toll the Troubles took in his parish, Tullylish, and birthplace, Banbridge, once the heartland of the Linen Triangle but also more recently part of the Murder Triangle.

Fiona Mc Kelvie explores Linen as we know it and its future possibilities in the World of Flax.

Textile and linen expert Fiona McKelvie will be discussing linen’s heritage in Northern Ireland, and its recent renaissance. She will look at the future possibilities of the fabric and how linen been reassessed more recently, and valued for its sustainability, durability and beauty.

As an accompaniment to Lynne Hocking’s exhibition Intergenerational Connections, and to mark the launch of a new Guide to PRONI Sources on the Ulster Textile Industry, PRONI is holding an online seminar on Linen, Textiles and Design in Northern Ireland.

Sebastian Graham, an expert in the architecture and built heritage of Ulster’s linen industry will be providing an overview of history of the linen mills of Northern Ireland, looking particularly at those within County Down and Shrigley Mill, which, in its day had been one of the most important mills in Ireland.

Join female creative professionals who have come to linen for differnt perspecitves Laura Wilson (fine art) and Amy Anderson (fashion design). Both will intorduce their work and join a discussion on material and inheritance hosted by Jill Philps.

In this illustrated talk with textile expert Fiona Mckelvie you will hear more about the importance of linen to the growth of the city, the plant which provided the yarn to weave the linen and the buildings where the cloth was made, embellished, and traded.

Tim Parry-Williams presents his research and interpretation of two distinct yet related Northern Irish industries of linen and ceramic production as part of his ongoing Dinner Service project

Hear about the successes and challenges faced by various Fibershed collectives and consider how we can continue to grow a more sustainable fibre networks in Northern Ireland.

Come join us for a walking tour covering the legacy of Linen in Lisburn and Lagan Valley with historian and accredited tour guide John Bradbury.

Heather Richardson, who originally stitched details of Kathleen’s life into the fabric of a dress she made as a tribute to her, now tells her story for the first time in her new book ‘A Dress for Kathleen’

A talk by Prof Jane Mc Cann on the Linen Exhibition - textile production past and present, the future textile use and appeal.

Join us in co-createing the longest linen tablecloth in Northern Ireland, maybe even the world - on European Heritage Open Day

Join us for this special presentation by linen archivist and researcher Fiona McKelviewhich will explore and celebrate the history of McCaw Allan (now part of the Samuel Lamont Group), a textile firm founded in1904, which is the last survivor of over 30 linen businesses that formerly operated in Lurgan that together established the town as a leading centre of linen manufacturer in Ulster.

Step into the heart of Belfast's renowned "Linen District" and witness the remarkable journey from flax to fabric with Industrial Archaelogist Gerard Muldoon.

Discover the fascinating aspects of linen production, its cultural significance, and the long-standing association with kingship and priesthood with Industrial Archaelogist Gerard Muldoon.

Join us as we explore the pivotal role that design played in shaping one of Ulster’s most illustrious linen firms with Dr Catherine O’Hara.

Join researchers Alison Gault and Anna Duffy, and guests, for an interactive seminar on the innovative project aiming to restore Northern Ireland's textile heritage and promote a sustainable future.

Join us for an insightful talk where Sebastian will highlight the rich historical significance of our textile mills and crystallise the critical importance of preserving the remaining mill sites for the built environment.