The Workhouse Museum is a restored 19th-century workhouse on 23 Glendermott Road, Waterside, Derry. The two-floor museum includes an extensive display titled ‘The Atlantic Memorial’, a reference to the extensive role played by the city in the Second World War.
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A wide range of paraphernalia pertaining to Derry as a Port is on display, ranging from a full-size reproduction of an ‘Iona Currach’ which Colmcille used to sail from Derry to the Scottish island.
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Built during the 19th century, the Heritage Tower was once the prison home to famous Irish leaders, Wolfe Tone and De Valera. The Tower is located in the Fountain area of the city.
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The Green Lane Museum is located at the Roe Valley Country Park rich in industrial heritage from the linen and hydro-electricity industry along the river. Reflecting domestic and rural life from the local area, the collection includes 20th Century reference books, memorabilia, agricultural items, lace and textile samples, material from local commerce and trades and historic art.
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The Roe Valley Arts & Cultural Centre provide a dynamic cultural programme of activities throughout the year, including the very best of national and international theatre, music, visual arts and heritage exhibitions, film and engaging creative learning opportunities.
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Few cities in the UK or Ireland can match Derry’s reputation for encouraging community involvement in the arts. One of the principal generators of this growing trend has been the unique Derry Playhouse, one of the first community arts centres in Ireland when established in 1992 and now the largest.
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