New Major Exhibition Area To Be Established In Belfast's City Hall

A major new exhibition area is to be established in the City Hall in Belfast.

Belfast City Council's Strategic Policy and Resources Committee approved the exhbiytion area which aims to provide a significant educational and tourism attraction.

It is expected to open to the public in May 2017.


The interactive exhibition on the east side of City Hall's ground floor will highlight the history of the city through a range of themes including its industrial past, significant events, language and its famous citizens.

Lord Mayor of Belfast, Alderman Brian Kingston, said: "Belfast City Hall has become one of the city's leading visitor attractions and this fascinating exhibition will further enhance the City Hall experience. We’re currently welcoming 70,000 visitors annually, and I'm looking forward to seeing footfall rise as a result of this development."

(CD)