CURRENT ART SHOW
The Lughnasadh Exhibition
Welcome to the Carrickahowley Gallery’s Lughnasadh show! Lughnasadh is an ancient Irish harvest festival celebrating the bounty of the harvest, with hikes, feasts, traditional music, and art. Our Lughnasadh show similarly celebrates the artistic and musical harvest of the year, with work by four exceptional Irish and Irish-American artists: JB Vallely, Barry Kerr, Daniel Faiella, and Chris Gray.
Book Happenings at MIHC
The Fall is shaping up to be a busy time for all things books. Join us for the launch of Michael Connolly’s touching novel about an Irish immigrant family at the turn of the 20th century. Then, don’t miss Briget Connelly’s Book Talk about her fascinating personal journey researching the Connemara Irish in Minnesota. There are stunning parallels to our own genealogy projects here in Maine.
"Murky Overhead"
Book Launch
Sep 10 | 6:30-8:30 PM
We’re proudly hosting the official launch of Murky Overhead, the latest book and debut novel from Michael Connolly. Join us!
"Forgetting Ireland"
Book Launch
Oct 17 | 11 AM
Join author Bridget Connelly as she recounts her journey to discover her Connemara family’s roots and uncovers unexpected surprises.
"Old Ireland in Colour"
Book Talk
On Demand
The Irish lived life in color. Now, you can view the history of Ireland from the mid-1850s through the end of “The Troubles” in stunning detail.
MIHC Family Night at Hadlock Field
Seadogs 6, Senators 4
A walk-off two-run homer and a huge fireworks display topped off a great MIHC family night at Hadlock Field on July 24th. With more than 100 members, friends, and family in the stands, Maine Irish Night at the Seadogs was enjoyed by all! St. Patrick even made a pre-game tailgate visit while everyone was catching up with a cold drink and some Taytos Irish crisps. We’re already looking forward to doing it again next year!
Fáilte – Welcome!
The Maine Irish Heritage Center welcomes you and hopes you’ll stay awhile and discover everything we have to offer as The Hub of All Things Irish in Maine. Enjoy these four videos showcasing our organization, our expertise in Genealogy services, the history of Irish immigrants in Maine, and the Governor Joseph E. Brennan Archives at the Maine Irish Heritage Center.
Genealogy
Home of the Maine Gaeltacht Irish DNA Project. Download the genealogy form to get started. Learn more…
Celebrations
Our stately, majestic building is the perfect venue for your unforgettable celebration. Learn More
Everything Irish
Irish American Club of Maine, the Claddagh Mhor Pipe Band, the Ancient Order of Hibernians… Learn More
Welcome to the
Maine Irish Heritage Center
Browse around here or come visit us in person.
Meet & Greet and Building Tours
Wednesdays 1:00 – 4:00
Library
Thursdays 10:00 – 2:00
Genealogy Services
Fridays 10:00 – 2:00
Our sincere thanks to our members, donors, business sponsors, grant and foundation supporters.
Special thanks to the Irish government for their investment in the Maine Irish Heritage Center.
