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Andrew Jackson Cottage & US Rangers Centre

The Ulster American and Ulster-Scots connections

The Andrew Jackson Cottage highlights Carrickfergus' strong American and Ulster-Scots connections as well as telling the story of Andrew Jackson, the 7^th President of the USA, whose parents emigrated to America from Carrickfergus in 1765.  Located less than a mile from the town centre off the Larne Road, this single storey building has been restored to its original state.  The interior has been decorated with a dresser, sponge wear crockery, iron pots and griddles.  The cottage also has a collection of Ulster patchwork quilts.

Beside the Andrew Jackson Cottage is an exhibition dedicated to the US Rangers, the elite American army regiment. Formed in 1942, the US Rangers were based in Carrickfergus during the World War II.  The exhibition has an enthralling collection of uniforms, photographs, documents and other material detailing this famed combat unit.

Andrew Jackson Cottage New Opening Times

This year has seen exciting changes for the cottage with a new Presidential gallery, upgraded toilet facilities and new kitchen facility ‘The Dairy’.

This season the Cottage will open its doors on a more frequent basis thanks to a new exciting volunteer scheme adopted through Council.

*The Cottage will open during the summer season on the following days and times:

• Wednesday: 11.00am - 3.00pm
• Thursday: 11.00am - 12.30pm
• Friday:  11.00am – 3.00pm
• Saturday:  11.00am – 3.00pm

*Please note that days and times are subject to change, it is advisable to check with the Tourist Information Centre before visitation on 028 9335 8049.

Location

2 Boneybefore, Carrickfergus, BT38 7EQ

Visitor facilities

• Guided tours
• Exhibition gallery
• Special events / workshops
• Free Car parking
• Free admission
• Free tea/coffee
• DDA compliant Toilets