Boston
The Wilbur
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The historic Wilbur is the ultimate theatre destination for comedy and music in Boston. The Wilbur originally opened in 1915 but has been recently revitalized, and today it is a must for anyone looking to kick back and have a good laugh or catch top national live music in the heart of Boston’s historic theater…
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission: $18 Adults, Seniors 62 yrs. & Students $12, Youths 13-17 $10, Kids Free. The Museum Store at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum at Columbia Point, Boston, has a wonderful array of gift ideas that honor the memory of President Kennedy, from books and artwork…
The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority oversees the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, the John B. Hynes Convention Center in Boston’s Back Bay, the Boston Common Garage, and the MassMutual Center in Springfield.
The Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT) is the state’s official agency for providing year round information on what visitors can enjoy when they come to Massachusetts. MOTT works directly with consumers requesting information, and also works closely with the tourism industry to strengthen the state’s attractiveness to tourists, conventioneers and business travelers.
Meet Boston
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Meet Boston promotes the Boston area’s hospitality industry to incoming tourists and conventioneers. Contact Meet Boston for up-to-date information on Boston’s holidays, special events, historical landmarks and much more.
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Admission: $18 Adults, Seniors 62 yrs. & Students $12, Youths 13-17 $10, Kids Free. The Kennedy Library and Museum is the nation’s official memorial to John F. Kennedy, 35th president of the United States and the descendent of Irish immigrants who came to Boston during the Irish Famine…
Lyric Stage Boston
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Founded in 1974 and celebrating 50 years, the Lyric Stage is Boston’s oldest resident theatre company. Today, the Lyric Stage produces and presents live theatre in Greater Boston with an intimate approach that promotes inclusivity and connection. The Lyric Stage leads an effort to integrate live theater and theater education into the lives of all…
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Wang Theatre has housed the performing arts since opening in 1925, developing from a movie “cathedral” and home to vaudeville musicals and big bands, to today’s role as an impressive venue for world-class theatre, music, Broadway, and dance. Through the generosity of Dr. An and Lorraine…
The region’s largest Irish organization, the Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston is a state-of-the-art, 61-acre facility with year round cultural, educational, literary and athletic activities for its 4,500 members. The Centre hosts Gaelic Athletic Association games from May through August, plus regular concerts and music sessions, an Irish Beer Fest in October, a summer…
This self-guided, three mile walking tour takes you through Boston’s downtown, North End, Beacon Hill and Back Bay. You’ll learn about famous politicians, artists, matriarchs and war heroes, part of a rich tradition of rebellion, leadership and triumph that personifies the Boston Irish. All of the memorials are in public spaces and accessible to visitors….
The Consulate General of Ireland represents the Irish government in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Rhode Island. It provides information on visas for travelling to Ireland; Irish citizenship; travel and tourism and local Irish cultural activities.
The Irish American Partnership (IAP) has donated $33+ Million in support of programs in Ireland since 1986. The IAP connects Irish and Irish American communities directly with education and community programs in Ireland, North and South, honoring its heritage by investing in Ireland’s youth. The IAP connects Irish students, schools, and organizations with passionate supporters;…
Formed in 1987, the Irish Pastoral Centre is a ‘parish without boundaries.’ It helps Irish immigrants make their often challenging transition to life in the USA a positive one, by offering citizenship counseling, spiritual and pastoral care, year round activities for mothers and toddlers, families and senior citizens. The Irish Pastoral Centre had a long-time…
Mná Mheiriceá
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Launched in 2023 by Irish women in greater Boston, Mná Mheiriceá seeks to create “an enterprising, independent, future-oriented community,” that builds upon “the legacy Irish women have built in America” over past generations. It holds a number of events throughout the year that fortify the role of Irish women in greater Boston.
This restored 1500+ seat theatre – considered Boston Theater District’s “Little Princess” – continues to be the home for many local community arts organizations. The Shubert Theatre also serves as a venue for the touring companies that present Broadway, theater, music, dance, and opera.
Tip O’Neill Bust in Buncrana, photo courtesy of Visit Donegal Legendary politician Thomas P. ‘Tip’ O’Neill, one of the most impactful politicians of American politics in the 20th century, died on January 5, 1994 at his home in Harwichport, Cape Cod. He was 81. Born in North Cambridge on December 9, 1912, he was the son…
Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) officials, elected officials from South Boston and tourism, environmental and transportation advocates gathered in Boston’s Seaport District on Friday, November 22 to celebrate the success of the 2024 Cruising season at the Raymond L. Flynn Cruiseport and to learn about new plans for upgrading the facility. Former U.S. Ambassador and Boston Mayor…
The Irish Cultural Centre of Greater Boston has abundant reasons to be joyful this holiday season, as it celebrates an important milestone and presents another robust season of Irish music, dance, social gatherings and family fun this Christmas and through the winter months. Thirty-five years ago, in 1989, a group of Irish and Irish-Americans came…
Aer Lingus, Ireland’s flag carrier, has been connecting Boston to Ireland since October 1958, when the first non-stop flight went from Boston Logan International Airport to Dublin Airport. Today, Aer Lingus remains the perfect airline to take you back to Ireland, and to easily get you to some of Europe’s finest cities. With direct flights…
Quincy Welcome Center Shop 1259 Hancock Street, Quincy The newly renovated Welcome Center next to Hancock Adams Common offers a variety of cool Quincy-themed merchandise, from sweatshirts, hoodies, tee-shirts, hats and tote bags to coffee mugs, sunglasses, magnets and key chains. You can also pick up free maps, brochures and tour information from friendly tourism…
The Boston Public Library (BPL), founded in 1848 and acclaimed as the People’s Palace, has an incredible collection of books, videos, music, genealogy resources and educational materials available to the public. The BPL also has a celebrated collection of art and sculpture throughout the library that inspires library staff, visitors and residents every day. The McKim Building itself is…
Kip Tiernan, Photo courtesy of Rosie’s Place The next time you are exploring Boston’s Irish Heritage Trail, stop by the memorial to Kip Tiernan (1926-2011), social activist, writer, teacher, visionary and provocateur. The Kip Tiernan Memorial is located in Boston’s Back Bay on Dartmouth Street between Newbury and Boylston streets, next to Old South Church, and…
Irish-born Launt Thompson (1833-1894) was a consequential American sculptor of the 19th century whose monuments of the Civil War and classical themes were hailed during his lifetime. Born in Abbeyleix, County Laois, Ireland in 1833, he emigrated in 1847 with his widowed mother and settled near Albany, New York. Like the other Irish sculptors such…
The next time you’re exploring the Irish Heritage Trail or Boston’s Freedom Trail, be sure to stop by the USS Constitution ship and the Irish Heritage Trail in the Charlestown Navy Yard.The USS Constitution is America’s oldest commissioned ship, first launched on October 21, 1797. It is berthed in the Charlestown Navy Yard, and operated by the US Navy, in partnership with the National Historic Parks of…
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