The McSkimin Collection at Libraries NI contains a local studies collection containing materials on or about the history and development of Carrickfergus and its environs. Named after Samuel McSkimin (1775-1843), author of the definitive history of the town, “The history and antiquities of the county of the town of Carrickfergus,” first published in 1811, the collection comprises approx. 750 volumes plus directories and journals.
The McSkimin Room in Carrickfergus Library contains a local studies collection containing materials on or about the history and development of Carrickfergus and its environs. Named after Samuel McSkimin (1775-1843), author of the definitive history of the town, “The history and antiquities of the county of the town of Carrickfergus,” first published in 1811, the collection comprises approx. 750 volumes plus directories and journals.
The McSkimin Room is good collection of local Irish/Ulster books with a strong proportion of standard works on the Carrickfergus area. The strength of the collection lies in the depth and comprehensive nature of its coverage.
Approximately 2,000 items.
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Libraries NI have legal ownership of this collection. All enquiries regarding access and permissions should be directed to Libraries NI.