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AVEC: Promoting Life-Long Learning Opp ortunities for All
The Armagh Visitor Education Committee (AVEC) seeks to promote communication, co-operation and partnership between the visitor attractions, museums, libraries and other facilities in the City of Armagh. The city's academic institutions, libraries, and museums contain a wide range of fascinating historical material as well as nationally important archives, artefacts and specialist collections. The principal education and visitor attractions provide information on not just the past and future developments of the city, but its historic position as the ecclesiastical capital of Ireland and as a special place with a uniquely rich heritage. The city's association with regional administration has roots extending thousands of years to the crowning of the great kings of Ulster and the time of Saint Patrick. Most of the organizations below are regularly open to visitors, others by appointment, and some have specially designed schools education programmes covering key stages 1­4. In addition to the hotels and guesthouses within Armagh City and District, the Armagh City Youth Hostel provides a range of comfortable en-suite accommodation close to the City Centre (see http://www.hini.org.uk/hostels/armagh.cfm; Tel: 028-3751-1800). Further information on the AVEC institutions is available below and from the AVEC web-site: http://www.armagheducation.org.uk/. Armagh City Library Located in the centre of the City of Armagh, the Southern Education and Library Board's city library
serves all sections of the community and has stock to suit all ages. It is housed in the Market House, a square building dating from 1815 which was erected where the previous sessions house and gaol once stood. The City Library opened in the Market House in August 1973 and today houses a collection of some 24,000 books and 3,000 cassettes, videos and compact discs. The library is spread over two floors with disabled access. The first floor has a large reference area with study facilities and 22 computers with internet access. Use of these is free to members, and visitors are charged a small fee. Photocopying and fax facilities are available. Membership of the library is free and is open to anyone living, working or studying in the area. For more information, see http://www.citychapter.org/. Located at The Market House, Market Square, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-4072. Open Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 09:30 to 17:30; Tuesday and Thursday to 20:00; Saturday to 17:00. Admission Free.

Armagh County Museum Located centrally on the East side of the Mall, the unique character of the County Museum's
classical architecture makes it one of the most distinctive buildings of the City. The Museum is home to a valuable collection of material reflecting the lives of the people who have lived and worked in, or been associated with County Armagh. It contains a rich and extremely varied legacy of such objects, ranging from prehistoric artefacts to household items from a bygone age. A fine local history library includes the writings of T.G.F. Paterson, which provide a rich source of material for studies of local history. The Museum's collection includes military uniforms, wedding dresses, ceramics, natural history specimens and railway memorabilia. With a range of changing exhibitions during the year, the Museum is an ideal place to see and explore the `Fair County' of Armagh. For more information, see http://www.armaghcountymuseum.org.uk/. Located at The Mall East, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-3070. Open Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 17:00, and Saturday 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:00. Admission Free.

Armagh Observatory Located close to the centre of the City of Armagh together with the Armagh Planetarium in
approximately 14 acres of attractive, landscaped grounds known as the Armagh Astropark. The Armagh Observatory is a modern scientific research institute with a rich heritage, founded in 1790 by Archbishop Richard Robinson. The Observatory Grounds and Astropark include scale models of the Solar System and the Universe, two sundials and historic telescopes, as well as telescope domes and other outdoor exhibits (see http://star.arm.ac.uk/astropark/). A new facility, the Armagh Human Orrery (see http://star.arm.ac.uk/orrery/), is located close to the historic main building of the modern Observatory. The Observatory's specialist Library and Archives, and its collection of scientific instruments and artefacts associated with the development of modern astronomy, rank amongst the leading collections of its kind in the UK and Ireland. For more information, see http://star.arm.ac.uk/ and http://climate.arm.ac.uk/. Located at College Hill, Armagh. Tel: 028-37522928. The Grounds and Astropark are open all year round; tours can be arranged by appointment.

Armagh Planetarium Located close to Armagh city centre and neighbouring Armagh Observatory, the Planetarium has
been entertaining and educating people of all ages for over thirty five years. Currently closed for major refurbishments the Planetarium will re-open in summer 2006 with a new state of the art digital projection system designed to take you on a flight through the Universe. As well as the Digital Theatre visitors can view meteorites, spin in a gyroscope, and learn how to build and launch their very own rocket. Pre-booking is essential. For up to date information on opening times, prices etc. please visit http://www.armaghplanet.com/. Located at College Hill, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-4725.


Armagh Public Library Located close to the Church of Ireland Cathedral in a distinctive Georgian building constructed to the design of Thomas Cooley. The Greek inscription over the public entrance means `The Healing Place of the Soul'. Founded in 1771 by Archbishop Richard Robinson, this is one of the oldest public libraries in Northern Ireland. The nucleus of the collection is Archbishop Robinson's personal library, which contains 17th and 18th century books on theology, philosophy, classic and modern literature, voyages and travels, history, medicine and law. In addition, there is a good collection of 17th and 18th century manuscripts and a unique collection of engravings known as the Rokeby Collection. For more information, see http://www.armaghrobinsonlibrary.org/. Located at 43 Abbey Street, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-3142. Open Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 16:00. Admission Free.
Cathedral. Opened in 1999, the nucleus of the collection comprises the books and papers of Cardinal Tomґ O Fiaich (1923­ as ґ 1990), and it also includes the archive of the Archdiocese of Armagh (1787­1963). The objective of the Library is to develop and promote the specialist cultural and academic interests favoured by the late Cardinal. The Library/Archive now represents a unique cultural and historical resource, housing collections relating to Irish history, the Irish language, ecclesiastical history, the Irish abroad and Irish sport. For more information, see http://www.ofiaich.ie/. Located at 15 Moy Road, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-2981. Open Monday to Friday: 09:30 to 17:00. Admission Free.

Cardinal Tomґ O Fiaich Memorial Library and Archive Located on the Moy Road, north of the Roman Catholic as ґ

Irish and Lo cal Studies Library Located in the old Armagh City Hospital building close to the Church of Ireland Cathedral,
the Armagh Public Library and the Youth Hostel. Entrance to the library is via the car park. The collection, which includes many rare and valuable books, encompasses all aspects of Irish life and learning from earliest times to current issues and events, with particular emphasis on the area covered by the Southern Education and Library Board and neighbouring border counties in the Republic. One of the Library's strengths is its newspaper and journals section, which includes a wide range of local papers, national and provincial dailies, and political and literary magazines, dating from the 18th century to the present day. It has an extensive range of maps, photographs and postcards, and offers full research facilities including internet access for researchers. For more information see http://www.selb.org/library/irish.htm. Located at 39c Abbey Street, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-7851. Open Monday to Friday: 09.30-13.00 (Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri) 14.00-17.00 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri) 14.00-20.00 (Thu). Admission Free.

Royal Irish Fusiliers Museum Located on the North-East corner of the Mall, close to the Courthouse and the entrance
to the Armagh Observatory. The Museum is dedicated to the history of the Regiment from 1793­1968 and contains one of the foremost collections of Irish military history outside Dublin, including an exceptional specialist library and archive. Amongst the many fascinating books are eight large volumes that comprise "Ireland's Memorial Record". More than simply a listing of the thousands of Irish dead from the First World War, each page is individually illustrated. This comprises one of the few original sets still known to exist. For more information, see http://www.rirfus-museum.freeserve.co.uk/. Located at Sovereign's House, The Mall, Armagh. Tel: 028-3752-2911. Open Monday to Friday: 10:00 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 16:00. Admission Free.

Saint Patrick's Trian Visitor Complex Located close to the centre of the City of Armagh, Saint Patrick's Trian Visitor
Complex is an ideal place to begin a tour of discovery of Armagh's history, architecture, fine churches and sites of unique historic and cultural interest. The visitor centre incorporates three principal exhibitions, namely: the Armagh Story; Saint Patrick's Testament; and the Land of Lilliput. The Education Department based at the centre also facilitates a range of education programmes suitable for key stages 1­3 on the subjects of history, numeracy, language, and community relations, which can be booked by schools throughout the year. All education programmes contain Living History interpretation, a tour of the exhibitions and interactive workshops for students. Special educational events also take place throughout the year. Located at 40 English Street, Armagh. For centre information, including opening times and admission costs, Tel: 028-3752-1801 or see http://www.visitarmagh.com. To make an education booking, Tel: 028-3752-1806 or e-mail: education@armagh.gov.uk.

Palace Stables Heritage Centre The Palace Stables Heritage Centre is located in a restored Georgian stable block set
in the Palace Demesne on the outskirts of the City of Armagh. The centre is located beside the Primate's Palace, formerly the home of the Archbishop of the Church of Ireland from 1770 until the 1970s. Today, visitors and school groups to this centre can experience 18th century life through a guided tour of the stable block, the Archbishop's Palace, Primate's chapel and ice-house. Schools can also enjoy a variety of education programmes on site. The grounds of the Palace Demesne provide an excellent venue for environmental, ecological and orienteering programmes for students of Key Stages 1­4. People's lives during the Georgian, Victorian and World War II periods are also explored through historical programmes for primary and secondary schools. Special educational events also take place throughout the year. For centre information, including opening times and admission costs, Tel: 028-3752-1801 or see http://www.visitarmagh.com. To make an education booking, Tel: 028-3752-1806 or e-mail: education@armagh.gov.uk.

Navan Centre and Fort Located on the Killylea Road approximately two miles from the centre of the City of Armagh,
the Navan Fort and Interpretive Centre is the premier archaeological site in Ulster. The Navan Centre provides information, interpretation, and education programmes concerning the famous mound of the legendary `Emain Macha' or Navan Fort. Once home to the High Kings of Ireland and ancient Irish Legends this was a place of sacred worship and political power for thousands of years. The Education Department of Armagh City and District Council provides a unique educational experience for students of Key Stages 1 and 2 and an opportunity to visit this important site and discover its history. Through a number of interactive activities students will be transported from the Stone Age to an early Christian settlement in Ireland. Pupils can take on the role of an archaeologist and visit an early Christian dwelling where they meet a character from the Celtic era who will introduce them to the mythical legend Cu Chulainn followed by tales from the famous Ulster Cycle. Tours of the mound are also available for schools throughout the year. For centre information, including opening times and admission costs, Tel: 028-3752-1801 or see http://www.visitarmagh.com. To make an education booking, Tel: 028-3752-1806 or e-mail: education@armagh.gov.uk.