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America Éire: Share Your Irish Story

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In honor of America 250, we’re building
a living archive of the Irish in America


Everyone has a story to tell… 250 years after the Declaration of Independence, the Irish story is woven into every chapter of America’s history. More than 30 million Americans, one in ten, trace their roots to Ireland.

America Éire is Irish America 250’s nationwide grassroots storytelling project that honors the profound role and enduring legacy of Irish American communities in shaping the nation from its earliest days, while celebrating the ongoing deep and abiding bonds that connect America and Ireland today.

We’re inviting all those with links between Ireland and America to share their piece of that legacy. Every story gets its own dedicated page on AmericaÉire.org and will become part of the national America 250 archive at the Library of Congress.
Read the archive and share your Irish story.

Our Mission:
Honoring the Irish Spirit in America’s Story

Irish America 250 is dedicated to exploring the extraordinary legacy of people from the island of Ireland and their descendants in building the United States.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we’re illuminating centuries of shared heritage — from the battlefields of the Revolution to the steps of the White House, and everything in between.

A message from the Irish Ambassador

We are honored to share a message from Geraldine Byrne Nason,
Ireland’s Ambassador to the United States,
on the Irish story in America and why yours belongs in the record.

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Irish America: The Poem


“On that July 4th we too were there…“

Beloved Irish poet Michael O’Siadhail, a fitting bard for Irish America, reads Irish America, a heartfelt tribute to our shared heritage in honor of the 250th birthday.

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America Éire

We’re building a living archive of the Irish in America – Share your story!

Diaspora Survey

University College Dublin aims to provide new insights into Irish America today.

IA250 Podcast

Irish American journeys, from historians and diplomats to Olympic champions and community leaders.

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History

Dive in to the fascinating story of the Irish in America – and centuries of links.

Stephen Moylan

Unsung Heroes

Discover those who helped found America – and uncover forgotten stories.

Events

Explore what’s in store for celebrations of the 250th anniversary!

Latest News

Event notes, book reviews, interviews and more!

  • Across the Water Screening in NYC

    “Across the Water” tells the sweeping story of the Irish in America – and will soon be shown on TV on both sides of the ocean.

  • UCD seeks your thoughts

    What does it mean to be Irish American today? University College Dublin invites you to share in a new survey.

  • Explore the Irish America 250 Podcasts

    From history and community to sport, dance, language and personal journeys across the Atlantic, the Irish America 250 podcast explores the many connections between Ireland and the United States.

We want your help!

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Nominate an unsung hero
Add your event to our calendar
Send in your stories and photos

“When our friendless standard was first unfurled for resistance, who were the strangers who first mustered around our staff? And when it reeled in fight, who more bravely sustained it than Erin’s generous sons?”

-George Washington

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Government Partners

Irish Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade PRONI – Public Record Office of Northern Ireland Northern Ireland Bureau, North America

Community Partners

African American Irish Diaspora Network American College Dublin American Irish Historical Society Ancient Order of Hibernians Celtic Junction Arts Center Cobh Heritage Centre Friendly Sons and Daughters of Saint Patrick Global Irish Famine Way Hibernian Atlanta The Irish American Power 250 Irish Boston Irish Cultural Centre, Greater Boston Irish Fest Atlanta Irish Wolfhound Club of America Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Northside St. Patrick's Irish Festival O'Mahony History Consultant Shift – The Irish Cultural App Skibbereen Heritage Centre Solas Nua Sons of the American Revolution Villanova University Center for Irish Studies We Are Global Irish
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IrishAmerica250.org is an independent, community-focused project celebrating the Irish contribution to American history. To learn about the official national commemorations of the 250th anniversary, visit America250.org.