Associate and Overseas Membership
Connect with us from around the globe! Are you living overseas and/or spending less than 3 months per year in Northern Ireland? You are more than welcome to become part of our community as an international philanthropist.
Cost: £48 (paid annually)
Membership Perks
- Philanthropy: Support preservation of historical collections, promote knowledge and ensure free access to library resources for future generations.
- Access over 50,000 items from our collections which have been digitised and published online, including journals, essays, posters and political artefacts.
- Inspiring Environment: A perfect location to study, write or research inside one of Belfast’s most iconic buildings.
- Generous Borrowing Privileges: Borrow up to 8 books at a time for an extended loan period of four weeks.
- Convenient Reservation and Renewal: Easily reserve and renew books via phone, email, post, or online.
- Generous Event Discounts: Access an exciting arts and cultural programme with substantial discounts ranging from 10% to 50% off tickets.
- Early-Bird Ticket Booking: Get priority ticket booking 48 hours ahead of the general sale.
- Members-Only Events: Access two annual events exclusively for members only.
- Café and Gift Shop Discounts: Receive at least 10% off all items in our Café and Gift Shop.
- Linen Hall Tour: Take a complimentary guided tour of The Linen Hall and bring a friend along.
- Regular Updates: Stay informed with regular email updates and receive our newsletter. Opt for a print copy of our quarterly What’s On Guide delivered to your home.
- Personalised Assistance: Enjoy exceptional customer service from our friendly and knowledgeable staff.
- Membership Support: Benefit from the assistance of a dedicated Membership Administrator.
- Wi-Fi & Computers: Access free Wi-Fi throughout The Linen Hall, including library computers for your research needs.
- Microfilm & Microfiche Access: Enjoy free access to our Microfilm and Microfiche room.
- Newspaper Access: Enjoy exclusive access to daily newspapers.
- Book Suggestions: Have a say in our collection by suggesting new books.
