Maine Irish Reads “Rememberings” by Sinéad O’Connor

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

"Rememberings" by Sinéad O'Connor is a candid and compelling memoir that delves into the life of the iconic singer-songwriter. The book offers an intimate look at O'Connor's personal and professional journey, from her tumultuous childhood and rise to fame to her struggles with mental health and controversial moments in the public eye. Through her raw […]

Paddy Cullivan’s I Can’t Believe It’s Not Ireland!

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

Friday, March 7th 7:30pm Doors open at 7:00pm Join Paddy Cullivan on a hilariously insightful journey through the history of partition and the Ireland of the future: ‘Imagine this. It's 2032. The people have spoken on both sides of the border and Ireland is a brand new 32-county country. There's a new flag. A new anthem. […]

Get Tickets $25.00 – $35.00

Maine Irish Reads “Long Island” by Colm Toibin

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

"Long Island" by Colm Tóibín is a novel that explores the lives of Irish immigrants in America, focusing on their struggles, dreams, and sense of identity. Set primarily on Long Island, the story delves into themes of displacement, cultural adaptation, and the search for belonging, all told with Tóibín's signature lyrical prose and deep empathy […]

Event Series Open Hours!

Open Hours!

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

The Maine Irish Heritage Center is open to the public every Thursday from 10am-2pm! Stop in to take a tour of the building, do some research on our genealogy station, or peruse our library collection! For more information, contact maineirish@maineirish.com!

Maine Irish Reads “Prophet Song: A Novel” by Paul Lynch

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

"Prophet Song: A Novel" by Paul Lynch is a dystopian narrative set in a near-future Ireland on the brink of societal collapse. The story follows Eilish Stack, a scientist and mother, as she navigates a world where authoritarianism and civil unrest threaten her family's safety and freedom. Lynch's novel explores themes of resistance, survival, and […]

Breen | Rynne | Murray

Maine Irish Heritage Center 34 Gray St, Portland, ME, United States

Odyssey Tuesday, April 15th 7:30pm Doors open at 7:00pm Embark on an odyssey of wonder, joyfulness and upbeat music as three incredibly talented and creative folk musicians shape melodies from past and present into something dynamic and irresistible. A trio comprising of musicians at the fore of our tradition, expect a performance from the gentle […]

Get Tickets $25.00 – $35.00