ULSTER REFORM CLUB
Established 1885
ULSTER REFORM CLUB
Established 1885
A synopsis of important events in the history of Ulster Reform Club.
1880
Planning for the future
A plan is formulated by a group of Ulster Liberals to build the Ulster Reform Club.
1885
Open for business
The Club opens its doors.
1890
Let there be light
Electric lighting is introduced to the Club building.
1923
A sound investment
A ‘listening wireless set’ is installed in the club library.
1953
A new beginning
Merger of the Union Club (formed in 1837) and Ulster Club (formed in 1857).
1955
The only way is up
A lift is installed in club and inaugurated by the President.
1982
One of a kind
Ulster Club merged with Ulster Reform Club.
1994
Ladies & Gentlemen
Lady members admitted to the club for the first time in its history.
2002
The digital age
The first version of the Ulster Reform Club website launches.
2005
Changing times
Mrs Maura Riordan is elected as the first ever lady president of the club.
2009
Going down in history
The Ulster Reform Club ‘Past and Present’ is published detailing the history of the club from 1885.