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Over the past century, people across the island of Ireland have experienced displacement as a result of sectarian violence. Today, Northern Ireland is a place for those seeking refuge. Niall Gilmartin is in conversation with Marian Kane, Kate Rankin, and Ray Rankin to hear their insights into displacement during the ‘Troubles’. Twasul Mohammed, a former asylum seeker who now works to support those seeking refuge in Northern Ireland shares her experiences. Introduced by Dr Melissa Baird, the Project Co-Ordinator and the exhibition curator. Recorded and edited by Alan Meban @alaninbelfast

Borders and Boundaries is The Linen Hall’s new project that explores the meanings and realities of borders and boundaries in Northern Ireland throughout the last century through an exhibition and a programme of events, funded by the Department of Foreign Affairs Reconciliation Fund.

Borders and boundaries come in various forms. They may be physical structures, like peace walls or custom posts, or they may be more psychological or intangible boundaries, like avoiding certain areas due to fear or intimidation. Borders and boundaries can engender conflict and division, but they can also provide opportunities for co-operation through things such as trade, culture, and activism.

This exhibition explores the changing cultural, political, and economic meanings and realities of borders and boundaries in Northern Ireland throughout the past century, showcasing a diverse range of artefacts and archival material from our collections.

The exhibition will be on display in the Vertical Gallery (inside The Linen Hall) from Monday 6th November until Friday 22nd December. You can access it for free, Monday to Friday from 9.30 am – 5.30 pm.