ENTER THE GREAT IRISH GETAWAY SWEEPSTAKES: DESTINATION DINGLE – Win a week in an oceanview cottage and a $1,000 airfare credit!

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The Great Irish Getaway Sweepstakes

Destination: Dingle!

One lucky winner. One unforgettable trip.

Whether you’re packing your bags for Dingle or settling into the best seat at MIHC, The Great Irish Getaway, Destination: Dingle is your ticket to culture, community, and adventure. Enter today—your Irish journey begins here!

Grand Prize: A Dream Getaway to Dingle, Ireland 

Imagine yourself strolling the colorful streets of Dingle, perched along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. With music in the air, cliffs at your feet, and pints waiting in cozy pubs, it’s the perfect mix of adventure and charm. 

2nd Prize: MIHC Season Pass for Two

Stay closer to home while still traveling through music, stories, and community with the Maine Irish Heritage Center. 

Thank You for a Fantastic Tournament!

Our 2025 Golf Scramble was a sell-out success!

We’re deeply grateful to all the golfers, volunteers, and especially our generous sponsors who made the day possible. From friendly competition on the greens to lively raffles and a full house at dinner, the energy was incredible.

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors — your support keeps this tradition strong and ensures the Maine Irish Heritage Center can continue serving the community year-round. We couldn’t do it without you! Mark your calendars for 9/19/2026 — we can’t wait to see you back on the course!

Rent Our Space

The perfect venue for any occasion!

Host your event in the heart of Portland at the Maine Irish Heritage Center, one of the most magnificent buildings in Maine. It’s the ideal venue for weddings, music, theater productions, film screenings, workshops, business meetings, club gatherings, lectures, luncheons, parties, reunions, funerals, and life celebrations.

Meet Deklin Fitzgerald, the first Mitchell Scholar to benefit from the fellowship-funding partnership between the Maine Irish Heritage Center and the Mitchell Institute. Our scholarship honors the memory of Eddie Murphy, and supports Mitchell Scholars who pursue fellowship opportunities in Ireland. 

The Maine Irish Heritage Center Hours

Library and Self-Guided Genealogy Research

Thursdays  10:00 – 2:00

Our sincere thanks to our members, donors, business sponsors, grant and foundation supporters.
Special thanks to the Irish government for their investment in the Maine Irish Heritage Center.

The Hub Of All things Irish in Maine