Maine Irish Heritage Center
34 Gray Street
Portland, ME 04102
A: Two remarkable characteristics: women arrived in unusually large numbers, and both groups came overwhelmingly to stay.
While many immigrants crossed the Atlantic intending to earn money and eventually return home, Irish and Jewish newcomers were building permanent lives in America. And women played an extraordinary role in shaping those lives.
As a prelude to St. Brigid’s Day on February 1, join the Maine Jewish Museum and the Maine Irish Heritage Center for a fascinating exploration of these distinctive immigration histories. We’ll examine the larger American story, discover how Irish and Jewish immigration unfolded here in Maine, and share the stories of women whose contributions deserve a closer look.
And because food is an essential part of both cultures, MJM Executive Director, former restaurateur, and caterer Dawn LaRochelle will prepare a selection of elevated Irish- and Jewish-inspired bites for the occasion.
Come hungry for history, conversation, and a taste of two rich cultural traditions.
$18 per person
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