About
U S Grant's great grandfather John Simpson was born in a farmhouse outside Ballygawley.
The original homestead has been preserved and is open to visitors all year round. In 1760 John Simpson left Northern Ireland, emigrating to Ohio in the United States. His great grandson Hiram Ulysses Grant was born in 1822 the eldest of 6 children. When Hiram was registering for West Point Military Academy as a recruit he was mistakenly called Ulysses Simpson Grant and this became his adopted name. Grant went on to become a leading General in the American Civil war, accepting the surrender from Confederate General Lee in 1865. After the Civil War President Andrew Johnson named Ulysses Grant Secretary of War over the newly reunited nation. In 1868, running against Johnson, Ulysses S Grant was elected 18th President of the United States.
Serving two terms in office U S Grant embarked on a world tour. During his two-year tour he was the first President of the United States to visit Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Tours on Sunday will last approximately 30 mins.
(Please note Tours are only available on Sun 10th)
Please book online or by contacting The Bridewell on Tel 028 7963 1510 or email bridewell.reception@midulstercouncil.org,
Facilities
Event Facilities
- Booking Required
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Ticket | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
