Belfast is an influential city because it is a place of building, learning and big change. It grew quickly as an industrial city, famous for shipbuilding and engineering, where skilled workers designed and made huge ships and powerful machines. Belfast is also known for its strong communities and its history of people working to create a fairer, more peaceful society. Many significant individuals—engineers, writers, leaders and artists—have shaped Belfast and been shaped by it, inspired by its determination and creativity.
Today, Belfast’s museums, music, and growing science and technology industries help new generations become confident thinkers and leaders.
Significant people with links to Belfast and surrounding area
| Name | When did they live? | Why significant? | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| C. S. Lewis | 1898–1963 | Writer and scholar; hugely influential in |
