The Irish American Heritage Museum is a nonprofit organization with a vital educational mission. It explores the rich contributions, history, and culture of Irish Americans while promoting dialogue and cultural exchange between the U.S. and Ireland. The museum aims to build connections and community by sharing stories that emphasize the universal immigrant experience in American history.
It features the history of Irish people in America, including their roles in founding the nation, labor, military, education, religion, politics, culture, and sports, along with innovation. Visitors can see replicas of a thatched cottage, a tenement apartment illustrating Irish living conditions, and a model workhouse from the Great Hunger era. While focused on the Irish immigrant experience, it tells a universal story of leaving homeland to forge a new life abroad. It honors those who faced the unknown, overcame discrimination, and became proud Americans.
The museum’s collection includes a permanent display and rotating exhibits with artifacts and first-person stories, offering insights into Irish immigrant and Irish-American experiences. It features items from Irish American groups, historical costumes, sacred objects, and music recordings. Notably, it is the home of the National Board of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, an Irish fraternal organization.
Beyond exhibitions, the museum provides various programs such as lectures, musical events, cooking demos, film screenings, and more. Many are available both in person and online, reaching audiences across the U.S. and Ireland. Its library contains books, archives, and records open to the public, serving as valuable resources for those exploring Irish heritage.
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