Belfast Titanic Convention
2nd annual Belfast Titanic Convention
The 2nd annual Belfast Titanic Convention will take place from 27-29 March 2008 at the W5 in Belfast, Northern Ireland overlooking the slipway for the Titanic.
Following a successful inaugural convention that included delegates from Scandinavia, the USA as well as the Republic of Ireland and the UK, 2008 will feature world renowned Titanic expert G Michael Harris, tours of Titanic heritage sights in Belfast, ex shipyard workers sharing their experiences and a gala dinner at the Belfast Harbour Commissioners.
The delegates will experience the wonders of the birthplace of the famous liner through:
Tours of Drawing Offices where the design and detailed drawings for Titanic & Olympic were formulated and produced.
The Thompson Titanic Trail, taking in Thompson Dock and Pump House used to paint the Titanic’s hull, install the boilers, fit the propellers, along with some of the final fixtures and fittings
Titanic expert G. Michael Harris who has spent the last 25 years cultivating his research, knowledge and exploration of Titanic and led the largest expedition to the Titanic wreck site to date in August 2000, salvaging over 1,800 new artefacts. He has made more than 8 dives to the site.
The return of the popular discussions with ex-shipyard workers. Their experiences will be recorded for posterity.
The convention provides international exposure to the rich heritage of Northern Ireland. For delegates wishing to expand their Titanic and Northern Ireland experience, a package of tours throughout the province will be available.
For more information and registration go to www.titanicconvention.com or e-mail info@titanicconvention.com or contact Anne Doherty Belfast Titanic Convention Director at (+44) 28 90387476
The Belfast Titanic Convention is supported by:
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For more information, pictures and interviews please contact Anne Doherty, Belfast Titanic Convention Director at Happening on (+44) 28 90387476 or email info@titanicconvention.com