Early Day Motion·EDM 1587

10th anniversary of the Museum of Orange Heritage at Sloan’s House

2 July 20254 Signatures

Primary sponsor

Carla Lockhart

Independent — Upper Bann

Motion Text

That this House congratulates the Museum of Orange Heritage at Sloan’s House, Loughgall, on reaching its 10th anniversary since opening to the public; notes the significant contribution the museum has made in preserving and promoting the cultural heritage and history of the Orange Institution; commends the dedication of past and present Directors, staff, and volunteers, including those from its sister museum at Schomberg House, for their commitment to education, historical preservation, and community engagement; acknowledges the vital support of Lodges, visiting groups and individual donors over the past decade; expresses thanks to all who have supported the museum’s work; remembers with respect and gratitude the volunteers who have passed away and whose contributions were instrumental to the museum’s success; further notes the historic significance of the visit of His Majesty King Charles III, then HRH The Prince of Wales, on 24 May 2016, as a particular highlight in the museum’s first decade; and wishes the Museum of Orange Heritage continued success in the years ahead as it welcomes visitors from across the United Kingdom and beyond.