Maine Irish Heritage Center

The Minnitts of Anabeg

Patrick Bergin (Patriot Games, Sleeping with the Enemy) stars in The Minnitts of Anabeg, based on a true story of a Protestant man disowned by his wealthy father after marrying a Catholic during the Irish famine of the 1850′s. Shot in Tipperary, the film won Best Original Screenplay at the International Film Festival Ireland. Director Alan Brown will talk about his film and take questions from the audience after the screening.

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Duchas Lecture: August 3, 2pm

Maine author and photographer Sally Savage tells the story of the horsemen of County Kerry and their traditional way of life — one guided by age-old customs and carved out by the labor of their own hands. In this region of rural Ireland — where the seasons are marked by horse fairs — farmers, traders, breeders, trainers, tack vendors and blacksmiths come together to do what they love: talk, trade, and revel in their horses.

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'Imagining Ireland' - Art Exhibit

Maine Irish Heritage Center is delighted to invite artists to exhibit in this magnificent venue. ‘Imagining Ireland’ will be on display for a week, enjoyed especially on MIHC’s annual Labor Day Gathering and of course, on First Friday 5- 8 PM ….. Music……Refreshments….your Art

Art due August 1!

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Culture That Endures

In 1997, St. Dominic's Church was purchased by the City of Portland and gifted to the Irish American Club and Friends of St. Dominic’s.

This paved the way for the creation of the Maine Irish Heritage Center. The Center has a thriving genealogy program, an impressive library, and a museum and archives, all devoted to Portland and Maine's Irish-American past. We open our doors to community groups and programs of all kinds and welcome you to stop by and check out our facility!

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Your Wedding at the
Maine Irish Heritage Center

Our stately, majestic building is a perfect venue for your unforgettable wedding day. The upper level (former sanctuary) has spectacular 60 foot cathedral ceilings, elegant wooden pews, a long traditional aisle, beautiful stained glass windows and historic bell will enthrall you and enchant your guests, creating a wedding celebration you will cherish forever!

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