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Helen Lewis (Choreographer)

Helen Lewis (1916-2009) was a pioneer of modern dance in Belfast and a survivor of the Holocaust. Born into a German-speaking Jewish family in Bohemia, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire (now the Czech Republic), she moved to Prague in…

Union Theological College

Union Theological College serves as the primary theological and ministerial training institution for the Presbyterian Church in Ireland. Established in 1853, the College is renowned for its Renaissance Revival architectural style, featuring a grand Doric porch and Baroque attic, designed…

Isabella Tod

Isabella Maria Susan Tod (18 May 1836 – 8 December 1896) was a Scottish-born campaigner for women’s civil and political equality, active in Northern Ireland. She lobbied for women’s rights to education and property, the dignified treatment of sex workers,…

Fitzroy Avenue Presbyterian Church, Belfast

Fitzroy Avenue Presbyterian Church has a rich history dating back to its establishment in 1813, making it one of the earliest Presbyterian congregations in Belfast. Since 1874, it has been located in the University area of the city. The church…

Reflections on Being a Tour Guide in Belfast

In May 2025, I delivered my 250th tour as a certified Green Badge guide — a milestone that gave me pause to reflect on how I got here, what I’ve learned and what I might have done differently. This article…