The inaugural meeting of Portadown Musical Festival took place on May 30, 1922 in Portadown Town Hall and on that occasion, the first seeds were sown for the hugely popular festival of today, which offers a platform for competitors in many performing art forms.
Photographer Tony Hendron was on hand to capture some of the atmosphere of the centenary celebration.
1. Centenary celebration
Cutting the cake at the Portadown Festival Association 100th anniversary event are from left, Kate Adams, chairperson; Miss Rosalind Hadden, Association president, and Carolyn McCabe, former chairperson. PT45-206. Photo: Tony Hendron
2. Centenary celebration
Portadown Ladies Choir. PT45-216. Photo: Tony Hendron
3. Centenary celebration
Some of those who atended the Portadown Festival Association 100th anniversary event. PT45-201 Photo: Tony Hendron
4. Centenary celebration
Members of Bangor Choral Festival who attended the Portadown Festival 100th anniversary celebrations including from left, Anne Poots, Margaret McDonald and Roberta Dunlop. PT45-202. Photo: Tony Hendron