Our Legacy of Colonialism exhibition will be in Bristol in November. Would you like to host this exhibit in Wales or southern England after Bristol ? Contact us at info@patfinucanecentre.org

Brian Dooley@dooleydooley.bsky.social · 3mo ago

The @finucanecentre.bsky.social fundraising campaign to expand its Legacy of Colonialism exhibition examines how practices developed across the British Empire influenced events in the north of Ireland while exploring colonialism's continuing legacy today. Donate 👇 chuffed.org/project/patf...

Tom Hartley will be in the Museum of Free Derry for a special lunchtime talk on his latest book, The Al Rawdah this Friday at 1pm. The untold story of Internment's Prison Ship. Register here: eventbrite.ie/e/tom-hartley-the-al-rawdah-the-untold-story-of-internments-prison-ship-tickets-1996530322941

The Museum of Free Derry is delighted to welcome renowned historian and author Tom Hartley for a special lunchtime talk on his latest book, The Al Rawdah. eventbrite.ie/e/tom-hartley-the-al-rawdah-the-untold-story-of-internments-prison-ship-tickets-1996530322941

Indigenous delegation from US at launch of PFC / BS Trust ‘Wanted’ poster on back of Free Derry Wall. Share! @museumfreederry.bsky.social @derryjournal.com @derrynow.bsky.social

The US indigenous delegation, guests of the BS Trust, visiting the PFC in Derry today. Oglala Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, Arapaho, Dakota, Boricua, Keetoowah Band of Cherokee, Siha Sapa Lakota! @museumfreederry.bsky.social

Indigenous representatives from the US visited the Museum of Free Derry today to learn about the Civil Rights movement, Bloody Sunday and Derry’s struggle for justice and equality. The visit kicked off a week-long programme of events focused on building connections and international solidarity.

Free Monday admission for local residents at the Museum of Free Derry has been extended until 21 December. Students can also continue to visit for half price, giving more people the chance to spend time exploring the story of Free Derry, Bloody Sunday and civil rights. Walk-in admission only.

'A Bitter Harvest’ is now on sale at the Museum of Free Derry. The book was launched during Féile by Pat Finucane Centre. Written by Garbhán Downey, it looks at the life of Seán Brown, his murder, the investigation into his death and his family’s campaign for truth & justice.

The Migration Museum is partnering with @museumfreederry.bsky.social, and seeking 2x Community Curators to explore themes of migration and language (inclusive of Irish language) as part of an upcoming UK-wide programme.

Stephen McConomy was 11 years old when he was shot and killed by a British soldier in 1982. Read @dooleydooley.bsky.social's blog post about his family's search for truth & accountability @museumfreederry.bsky.social @finucanecentre.bsky.social @clancyny.bsky.social @bloodysundaytrust.bsky.social

Today at 1pm, join the @finucanecentre.bsky.social @museumfreederry.bsky.social for the Féile launch of The Short Life and Sudden Death of Stephen McConomy - the story of the 11-year-old killed by a British Army plastic bullet in Derry in 1982. With @dooleydooley.bsky.social

The Day Innocence Died will be screened at St Comgall's - Ionad Eileen Howell, Belfast, on 1 August at 7pm. Following the screening, Tony Doherty will be in conversation with Danny Morrison, reflecting on Bloody Sunday, the families’ long campaign for truth and justice. Tickets at Eventbrite.com

The Bloody Sunday Trust is delighted to be part of Féile 2026. We're hosting the Derry launch of Irish Republicanism & ‘The Gays’: Cherishing all the Children of the Nation Equally at the Guildhall on Thursday 6 August. Full programme and info at feilederry.com/feile-2026

Bloody Sunday Trust is pleased to announce the Derry launch of Irish Republicanism & ‘The Gays’: Cherishing all the Children of the Nation Equally. Launching at the Guildhall on Thursday 6 August, 7pm, before moving to @museumfreederry.bsky.social from 7 August as part of Féile 2026.

I'm pleased to have been involved in the @finucanecentre.bsky.social Legacy of Colonialism campaign. The exhibition traces how tactics and strategies developed across the British Empire were later used in the North of Ireland. Available to loan across Ireland and Britain. chuffed.org/project/patf...

Truth, Justice and the Legacy of Colonialism

Hidden Histories of Empire: The Legacy of Colonialism

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***SAVE THE DATE*** 📆24 July 2026 🕧12.30 📍Museum of Free Derry Huge thanks to @bloodysundaytrust.bsky.social for the invitation to be part of this conversation about land, law and social justice! @saveloughneagh.com #FoENI #YoungFoEDerry www.eventbrite.ie/e/environmen...

PFC launches fundraising page ! Please share widely in your networks. One-off or monthly. No amount too small. If you wish to avoid the default donation to Chuffed use the drop down box. Lets get the word out. chuffed.org/project/patf...

Truth, Justice and the Legacy of Colonialism

Hidden Histories of Empire: The Legacy of Colonialism

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16 years after the Saville Report, families, campaigners & supporters came together to reflect on the importance of truth, accountability & justice. With Prof Phil Scraton, Donna Harper, Natasha Butler and Tony Doherty. From Bloody Sunday to Springhill & Creeslough, the search for truth continues.

Trustees and staff of the Bloody Sunday Trust and @museumfreederry.bsky.social at our away day. Time to reflect on our work, think about what's next, and discuss how we can continue advancing education, dialogue, human rights and social justice. A useful day of discussion, reflection and planning.

Eyewitness Lunchtime Talks return this Monday at the @museumfreederry.bsky.social. Join us on Monday 22 June at 1pm for the latest in our acclaimed Eyewitness series, featuring first-hand accounts from those who experienced the civil rights movement, Free Derry and Bloody Sunday. 🎟️Admission free

www.derrynow.com/news/dear-de... Immensely honoured to work with this young woman @museumfreederry.bsky.social .I urge everyone to get a listen to Ami's podcast.A powerhouse of storytelling from a gifted interviewer.

Dear Derry Podcast returning in September

Ami Nash will interview younger members of the Bloody Sunday families for her podcast series

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Bullet holes & blood stains - Be prepared to wipe your tears away @museumfreederry.bsky.social #Derry for the powerful stories of the #CivilRights Campaign and #BloodySunday #NorthernIreland #U2 #SavilleInquiry #Bogside #peaceprocess #museums #highlyrecommended

Tomorrow: The Bloody Sunday Trust and the Rainbow Collective present The Day Innocence Died at Glasgow Film Theatre. Paul Doherty, whose father Patrick was killed on Bloody Sunday, will speak following the screening. Tickets: www.glasgowfilm.org/movie/the-da... @glasgowfilmtheatre.bsky.social

Eyewitness lunchtime talks return to the Museum of Free Derry. Taking place every Monday at 1pm from 8-29 June, these free talks offer visitors the opportunity to hear personal accounts connected to Bloody Sunday, Free Derry and the civil rights movement. No booking needed. museumoffreederry.org

Free Eyewitness lunchtime talks return to the Museum of Free Derry this June. Taking place every Monday at 1pm from 8 to 29 June, these free talks offer visitors the opportunity to hear personal accounts connected to Bloody Sunday, Free Derry and the civil rights movement. museumoffreederry.org

The story of the Bloody Sunday justice campaign comes to Glasgow Film Theatre on Sunday 7 June. Paul Doherty, whose father Patrick Doherty was killed on Bloody Sunday, will be there to say a few words. Bookings: www.glasgowfilm.org/movie/the-da... Trailer: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qDE...

The Day Innocence Died: Bloody Sunday and the Fight for Justice

Inclinations Film Club presents the Scottish premiere of The Day Innocence Died. Derry, 1972; As the civil rights movement across the North of Ireland begins to secure unprecedented wins, the British ...

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FREE MONDAYS are coming to the Museum of Free Derry this summer. From 1 June, local residents can enjoy free admission every Monday, while students can visit for half price. museumoffreederry.org

The @museumfreederry.bsky.social Eyewitness lunchtime talks return this June. Free talks take place every Monday at 1pm from 8-29 June, offering visitors personal reflections and experiences from museum staff connected to Bloody Sunday and the civil rights movement. museumoffreederry.org

Hugely impressive display of 19 miniature models of Palestinian solidarity to coincide with Nakba Day @museumfreederry.bsky.social come visit.

'Wherever the Struggle is', Bob Newland book launch, Q&A & book signing. A powerful account of political activism, international solidarity & resistance to apartheid in South Africa, told through one activist’s lifelong commitment to revolutionary politics. Fri 22 May, 1pm. Museum of Free Derry.