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Delighted to have passed my PhD viva today! Thank you to my examiners Diane Urquhart and Steven King for the interesting discussion and comments. Couldn’t have done it without the support of everyone HAPP at Queen's and my amazing supervisors @opurdue, Peter Gray and @ciaran_dr.

One of the most prominent women associated with the history of Clifton House is Mary Ann McCracken who was always ready to help those less fortunate than herself. Keep a look out for Mary Ann’s statue being unveiled this Friday! #CliftonHouse250 #CliftonHouseBelfast

There is a growing sentiment among those engaged in Belfast’s history that the city should establish its own festival. The success of such an endeavour relies on the active support and participation of the public. Join us for a conversation with Glenn Patterson, Leanne

Another woman who played an important role in the Ladies’ Committee was William Tennent’s illegitimate daughter Isabella. Isabella Tennent was one of the founding members of the Ladies’ Committee, who served as both the Committee’s secretary and outdoor visitor. #CliftonHouse250

Prepping for an upcoming event exploring the lives of women Ulster Folk Museum on Saturday 20th April, followed by an all-female trad session in the pub! 🍻 "...am glad your mother and sisters are still here to comfort and help each other..." ❤️ Tickets: ulsterfolkmuseum.org/whats-on/women…

Call for 1300-word contributions to “Childhood and the Irish: a Miscellany”, to be published by The Wordwell Group in late 2025. Email: [email protected] for further details. #HistoryofChildhood #IrishHistory #Childhood

Fascinating talk tonight on Mary Ann McCracken, Martha McTier and female radicalism in 18thC Belfast by Dr Catriona Kennedy. Much food for thought for my own research 📚. Thanks go to Clifton House Belfast and maryannmccracken for organising this event.

Relieved to have received word that my PhD corrections on BCS and child welfare have been accepted 📚. Can’t wait to be graduating in the winter and start the next research project! #phdone #childhistory

Our MA Public History, which includes a placement with one of our partners based in Northern Ireland, is a fascinating experience for students to learn how history is represented in public spaces! Swipe to hear from our MA student, Shaun Find out more 👉ow.ly/nwA450SKP5J

The countdown is on! On Sun 1st Sept the house and grounds of Clifton House will be packed with fun activities including traditional skills and crafts; craft stalls; amazing live music and food; and a history harvest. Come and celebrate our 250th anniversary. Two weeks to go!

Coming to Heritage Day tomorrow? Check out our event page for more information on how to get to us. #onedaytogo cliftonbelfast.com/event/heritage… Visit Belfast Northern Ireland North Belfast News Belfast Live Great Place North Belfast whatsonNI.com maryannmccracken #clifton250 #cliftonbelfast

Had a great day today at The Linen Hall today and sharing the great work of Mary Ann McCracken and the Ladies Committee to improve child welfare in the poorhouse. Thank you to everyone for listening and linen hall for inviting me

It's never to early to talk Christmas.🎄🎄🎄 This year, as part of our 250th anniversary celebrations, we are hosting a 'Very Victorian Crafty Christmas' event in the Poorhouse on Sunday 8th December. Find out more and book here: visitbelfast.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/sh… #christmasevent

7 years and 3 degrees later my time as a student has finally came to an end 👩🏼‍🎓. Massive shoutout to my family and friends and of course the brilliant staff at Queen's University Belfast 🎓 and HAPP at Queen's for supporting my studies and making student life so enjoyable 📚

Love researching the festive traditions of the Belfast poorhouse at Christmas, especially when it comes to the children 🎄. Some of my particular favourites is some of the children going home to spend Christmas with their families and having a Christmas tea party in 1815 🧁.

The Ladies Association for the Relief of Irish Destitution was well received amongst local Belfast women with 89 ladies joining its ranks. This included members of the Poorhouse Ladies’ Committee- Mrs J Cunningham, Mrs D Anderson, Miss McCracken, Miss Mitchell and Mrs Wakefield.

Last chance to book! Join us tomorrow evening for an eye-opening talk with Ken Dawson as he reveals his latest research on the spies & informers of the 1798 Rebellion. 📅 Date: Wed 25 June at 7pm 🗺️Where: Online or Clifton House 🎟️Booking link: visitbelfast.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/sh…

This year marks the 250th anniversary of the first child to have entered the Belfast Poor House. Over the summer months, we will uncover stories about some of the youngest residents who called the Poor House home as well as how they were educated and allowed to have a childhood.

#OnThisDay 1770 Mary Ann McCracken was born to Captain John McCracken & his wife Ann. Mary Ann would go on to led one of the most remarkable lives in Belfast's history. Her motto, which accurately sums up her character, was it is ‘better to wear out than to rust out’.

🌟Join Us for an Inspiring Talk as part of the Féile an Phobail 🌟 Hear how Mary Ann McCracken championed the rights of the poor & explore how Winifred Carney & May Blood challenged political barriers. 📅Date: 5 Aug at 1pm 🗺️Where: Clifton House & Online 🎟️visitbelfast.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/sh…