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Join the JFK Library for a special Scout Day! Scouts will learn about the job of the president and participate in hands-on activities that showcase President Kennedy’s values of service, civics and leadership. Explore the only Presidential Library in New England and receive a unique patch. There will be something for all ages, so attend…
Kennedy Library Forum New York Times bestselling author and former U.S. Poet Laureate Billy Collins celebrates the unique bond between humans and dogs with his forthcoming poetry collection, Dog Show. Join the Library for a special conversation in which Collins uses his insight, wit, and clear poetic voice to distill the many ways dogs warm our hearts and reveal…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre on April 19th and celebrate spring with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to welcome the spring season, meet up with friends, old and new, and enjoy music, dance and some light refreshments! Pre-registration preferred.
This event is sold out! Join the Irish Pastoral Centre for the Annual Mass & Blessing of the Shamrocks on Friday, March 13th at Florian Hall. 11AM–3PM Enjoy Mass followed a traditional corned beef dinner. Music & dancing with Erin’s Melody as the Irish Pastoral Centre community celebrate St. Patrick’s Day together in true community…
Join the Irish Pastoral Centre (IPC) on March 22 to celebrate Irish culture and tradition with the monthly traditional Irish music session. It’s a great way to celebrate the spring season! All musicians, singers, dancers and listeners welcome! The IPC invites the community to participate in a Community Lunch (12:30-2:00 pm) prior to its monthly…
PRESS RELEASE The Boston Irish Tourism Association (BITA) has just released a new Revolutionary Irish Trail, chronicling the role of the region’s Irish and Scots-Irish in the American Revolution through public landmarks, including monuments, statues and historic cemeteries as well as libraries, museums and genealogy centers. The free map with descriptions is available in the spring issue of…
Boston Irish Film Festival Productions, a non-profit entity with 501(c) 3 status, was set up in 1999 to celebrate and promote global Irish cinema. The festival quickly became the largest event of its kind outside Ireland. It provides exhibition, distribution, and educational opportunities for filmmakers; honors their work with awards; and produces original documentaries on contemporary…
Celebrating the Best of Ireland and the Irish on Screen March 20-21, 2026 The Annual Irish Film Festival Boston is back at Somerville Theatre on March 20-21! These four films – three features and one Oscar-nominated short film – underscore the talent and creativity of Irish actors, writers, producers, directors and film studios. Friday,…
Boston is abuzz in 2026 as the city and region prepares for one of its busiest tourist seasons in memory! Three major events are on the horizon: FIFA World Cup Soccer matches in June and July, the 250th events celebrating American Independence on July 4th, and Sail Boston’s Tall Ships promenade on July 11-16. Other…
The Boston Irish have been celebrating St. Patrick’s Day for decades, generations and even for centuries! These four annual events illuminate the durability, cohesion, dedication and good deeds of the Boston Irish community in March and throughout the year. On March 4, the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston holds its 6th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration….
Two historic theaters – Chevalier Theatre in Medford and The Wilbur Theatre in Downtown Boston – are exquisite settings for experiencing live performances throughout the year. Both theatres are operated by veteran promoter Bill Blumenreich who books an innovative line-up of small and large-scale music and dance, stand-up comedy and theater productions year-round. This St. Patrick’s…
Irish pride, lots of fun and good cheer come together at the 15th Annual Irish Festival at Patriot Place, taking place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2026! The daylong celebration features live performances by Irish musicians and step dancers, as well as a full slate of Irish-themed activities for the…
The Boston Irish have always wanted a cultural home they could call their own, a place to gather with family and friends, where they could preserve their culture, strengthen their heritage and have a bit of fun in the process. In the 19th century, they gathered in community centers, parish halls or tenement kitchens, spread…
For 25 years, the Irish Cultural Centre has celebrated some of the world’s finest Irish music and dance, and this season continues that fine tradition. On March 4, ICC presents its prestigious Gradam Dóchas Award to Irish step dancing champion and devoted dance teacher Liam Harney of Walpole. A two-time World Champion who has performed…
The annual St. Patrick’s Day breakfast is a cherished part of Irish celebrations in South Boston each March. Part sing-along, stand-up comedy and political roast, the breakfast dates back to the early 20th century and always precedes the St. Patrick’s Day parade nearby. South Boston State Senator Nick Collins, who has hosted the St. Patrick’s…
The Irish American Partnership reaches a seminal milestone in 2026 as it celebrates its 40th anniversary investing in Ireland’s future. The milestone itself is a testament to the exceptional work the Partnership has done since 1986, raising some $57 million for Ireland from the Irish-American Diaspora. The grant money is dispersed across the entire island…
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood draws visitors from right down the street and also from across the globe. For some visitors, it is a school class trip to learn about Boston’s most famous native son and 35th president of the United States. For others, the visit is a…
BRIDGET’S – AN IRISH TRADITION88 West Main Street, Norton Since 1987, the mother-daughter duo, Bridget Daly and Lorraine Ryan, have specialized in authentic hand-made Irish clothing such as sweaters, caps and shawls, the shop also sells Celtic jewelry and imported sweets and teas from Ireland + home-made brown bread, perfect gifts for seasonal holidays, special…
This summer, Massachusetts and all of New England is chanting “Olé, Olé, Olé, Olé” as tens of thousands of travelers from around the globe journey here for FIFA World Cup Soccer matchesat Gillette Stadium (or Boston Stadium)in Foxborough. And no one is more prepared to greet them than Massport CEO Rich Davey and his dedicated…
“Take the T” will be the common refrain throughout greater Boston this summer as thousands of fans stream into town to cheer on their teams at the FIFA World Cup soccer matches at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough. The T of course is the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority (MBTA), the regional transit system that provides subway,…
Congratulations to John Barros, the recently appointed Interim Executive Director of the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority, which hosts hundreds of annual conventions and meetings that generate over $1 billion annually in economic impact for Boston and Massachusetts, while also enhancing the civic life of local communities. Formerly the Chief of Economic Development for the City…
Here in New England, the Irish and Scots-Irish played pivotal roles during the Revolutionary War and American Revolution. They stood out as fierce warriors on battlefields and high seas, but also contributed in legal, political and artistic realms where their talent and devotion came to the fore. As part of America 250 celebrations, we’ve created…
On March 17, 2026, Bostonians celebrate the 250th anniversary of Dorchester Heights, a sacred anniversary in South Boston known as Evacuation Day. It was on March 17, 1776, when occupying British troops ended their 11-month Siege of Boston and evacuated the town, after being forced to leave by General George Washington and colonial forces who…
Boston’s Irish Heritage Trail was created in 1994 to chronicle the illustrious history of the city’s Irish community through public landmarks. We are excited to add these two landmarks to the Irish Heritage Trail in 2026. Swan Boats LagoonBoston Public Garden The iconic Swan Boats in the Public Garden Lagoon were first launched in 1877…
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