Patrick and the President is a heartfelt and beautiful picture book about John F. Kennedy’s 1963 return to his ancestral home. This lovely book was written by Ryan Tubridy, one of Ireland’s most beloved media personalities, and illustrated by P.J. Lynch, a prolific Irish artist and picture book illustrator. A copy of this delightful children’s book […]
The US Presidency And Its Irish Connection
Did you know 22 US Presidents claim Irish roots? Since March is upon us once again, and has been designated Irish American heritage month by the US President, I thought it might be a good time to share a little information about the links between Ireland and these US Presidents. The folks at Claddagh Rings created […]
The Alamo’s Forgotten Defenders
Historian Phillip Thomas Tucker explores the remarkable story of the Irish during the Texas Revolution in his new book, The Alamo’s Forgotten Defenders. Dr. Tucker has thoroughly explored a hidden history long ignored by generations of historians. Relying upon a wealth of previously unexplored primary sources, The Alamo’s Forgotten Defenders is the first book devoted to the dramatic […]
Famine, Friends And Fenians At The New Bedford Whaling Museum
Next week a major new Irish exhibition opens at the New Bedford Whaling Museum. Famine, Friends and Fenians explores New Bedford’s curious role in Irish history from the 18th century through the famous “Easter Rising” in 1916. Image Credit In today’s guest post from the museum, I’m delighted to share the details of this wonderful exhibition. I […]
Introducing The Baltimore Irish Railroad Workers Museum Plus A DVD Giveaway
When the Irish arrived en masse to the United States in the late 1840’s, many settled in Southwest Baltimore City. What made Baltimore, Maryland so appealing to immigrants was the hope of finding work on the Baltimore & Ohio railroad. Their legacy is celebrated today at the Irish Railroad Workers Museum, an Irish American historic […]
Irish American Heritage Month 2013
On February 28th, 2013 President Barack Obama declared March 2013 to officially be Irish American Heritage Month. The Irish have come of age in America. Image Credit Official recognition of our cultural contributions to the growth and development of this nation bears testament to the struggles, sacrifices and tenacity of our forefathers. In 2011, […]
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