Ulster American Folk Park: The Emigration Story
The Ulster American Folk Park brings to life one of history's great migrations—the movement of hundreds of thousands from Ulster to America between 1700 and 1900. This award-winning open-air museum uses authentic buildings, costumed interpreters, and immersive storytelling.
Old World Ulster
The Old World section recreates the conditions that prompted emigration. The childhood home of Thomas Mellon, founder of the Mellon banking dynasty, stands here.
The Emigrant Ship
Visitors descend into the cramped steerage hold of a replica emigrant ship to experience the six-to-eight week Atlantic crossing.
New World America
The American section recreates the settlements where Ulster emigrants established new lives, with log cabins, forge, schoolhouse, and general store.
Things To Do in Ulster American Folk Park
Old World Ulster
Explore authentic cottages and buildings showing life before emigration.
Board the Emigrant Ship
Experience the cramped conditions of the Atlantic crossing in a replica ship.
New World America
Discover how Ulster emigrants built new lives in American frontier settlements.
Meet Costumed Interpreters
Learn traditional crafts and hear emigrant stories from period-dressed guides.
Trace Family History
Research Ulster-American genealogy at the Centre for Migration Studies.
Bluegrass Festival
Celebrate musical traditions connecting Ulster to America (September).
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