Ulster-Scots Links

Learning Resources

• Our Innovators: An Ulster-Scots Legacy - http://www.ourinnovators.com

  This unique learning resource is a comprehensive educational tool which examines the legacy of local visionaries with Ulster-Scots connections. The resource includes teacher guides, lesson plans and interactive material; including educational videos featuring local primary students and interactive games.

Sponsored Departments / Government Agencies

• Department for Communities - https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/

  The Department for Communities (DfC) is one of the Ulster-Scots Agency's sponsoring departments. In May 2016 the Department for Communities was established following the restructuring of Northern Ireland Departments. It is the largest of the nine NICS Departments and work with 21 Arms Length Bodies.

• Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs - http://www.ahrrga.gov.ie/

  The Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs (DAHRRGA) is one of the Ulster-Scots Agency's sponsoring departments. The Department oversees the protection and presentation of Ireland’s heritage and cultural assets and promotes long-term sustainable economic and social progress across rural Ireland.

• Foras na Gaeilge - http://www.gaeilge.ie

  Foras na Gaeilge is the agency responsible for the development of the Irish language. The North/South Language Body (Tha Boord o Leid) comprises two agencies: Ulster-Scots Agency and Foras na Gaeilge. The Language Body can be seen working together at many events throughout the island including Balmoral Show, the National Ploughing Championships and many other venues.

• The Arts Council of Northern Ireland - http://www.artscouncil-ni.org

  The Arts Council is the lead development agency for the arts in Northern Ireland. It is the main support for artists and arts organisations, offering a broad range of funding opportunities through their Exchequer and National Lottery funds.

• The North South Ministerial Council - http://www.northsouthministerialcouncil.org

  The North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) was established under the Belfast/Good Friday Agreement (1998), to develop consultation, co-operation and action within the island of Ireland - including through implementation on an all-island and cross-border basis - on matters of mutual interest and within the competence of the Administrations, North and South. The NSMC, therefore, comprises Ministers of the Northern Ireland Executive and the Irish Government, working together to take forward co-operation between both parts of the island to mutual benefit.

• Waterways Ireland - http://www.waterwaysireland.org/index.cfm/section/article/page/CareerOpportunit.

  The Ulster-Scots Agency continues to support Waterways Ireland's Affirmative Action Plan. Waterways Ireland is currently advertising for a Temporary Seasonal Assistant Boat Person - for further information visit the 'Career Opportunities' page of their website at http://www.waterwaysireland.org.

Genealogy

• Ballymoney Ancestry - http://www.ballymoneyancestry.com

  In recent years, Ballymoney Borough Council has measured a considerable increase in inquiries from families researching Northern Ireland Genealogy in the Ballymoney region. In response to this, and with the assistance of the EU Programme for Building Sustainable Prosperity, this website was developed to provide a free, on-line resource for those interested in tracing their roots.

• Limavady Ancestry - https://www.limavadyancestry.co.uk/

  Servicing the wider Limavady area with Historic and Genealogical Services. We also provide a platform for local authors and places to stay. Genealogy group employing Northern Ireland\'s only Registered Qualified Genealogist Fiona Pegrum QG.S

• Northern Ireland Ancestry - http://www.northernirelandancestry.com

  This website is run by Ian Maxwell, Author of 'How to Trace Your Irish Ancestors', 'Researching Down Ancestors' and 'Researching Down'

• Public Records Office of Northern Ireland - http://www.proni.gov.uk

  PRONI is the official place of deposit for public records in Northern Ireland. Includes location, visitor information, virtual tour, publications and indexes to records held.

• The Ulster Historical Foundation - http://www.ancestryireland.co.uk

  The Ulster Historical Foundation is a long-established, highly reputable research and publishing agency. It offers extensive knowledge on the sources available for tracing Irish and Scots-Irish ancestors. Services include online databases of over 2 million records, genealogy and history books, and personal ancestral research.

Museums

• Allison-Antrim Museum, Greencastle - http://www.greencastlemuseum.org

  Located in Greencastle, PA, the museum provides a home for the artifacts, treasures, and history of Greencastle - Antrim.

• Monreagh Ulster-Scots Heritage Centre - http://www.monreaghheritagecentre.ie

  Monreagh Ulster-Scots Heritage Centre is adjacent to the villages of St. Johnston and Carrigans in County Donegal, and just a few kilometres from the border with Northern Ireland. It is to be found in the fertile, historic district known as the Laggan, an area between the River Foyle and Lough Swilly and south of the Inishowen Peninsula.

Tourism

• Northern Ireland Tourist Board - http://www.discovernorthernireland.com

  Official body responsible for the development, promotion and marketing of Northern Ireland.

General

• Presbyterian Historical Society of Ireland - http://www.presbyterianhistoryireland.com

  The Society promotes the knowledge of, and advance public education in, the history of the churches of the Presbyterian order in Ireland.

• The Institute of Ulster-Scots Studies - http://www.arts.ulster.ac.uk/ulsterscots

  The University of Ulster's Institute of Ulster Scots aims to explore the history, heritage and legacy of the Ulster Scots people.

Culture

• Culture Northern Ireland - http://www.culturenorthernireland.org

  This website is publicly sponsored Northern Irish cultural website. It includes information on music, literature, sport, heritage, dance, theatre, fashion and the visual arts. The website covers over 300 locations throughout Northern Ireland with background information and events information.