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Dispatches on culture + arts, history + heritage, travel + tourism from Boston and beyond.
Read the Winter 2026 issue of Travel & Culture Magazine, with stories on Christmas + Celtic music, dance, theater + holiday festivities in #Boston #newengland, plus travel tips to #ireland in 2026. @tourismireland.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com @irishstar.com @wbur.org irishboston.org/issue/winter...
November 15, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Read the Winter 2026 issue of Travel & Culture Magazine, with stories on Christmas + Celtic music, dance, theater + holiday festivities in #Boston #newengland, plus travel tips to #ireland in 2026. @tourismireland.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com @irishstar.com @wbur.org irishboston.org/issue/winter...
Irish documentary, 'From that Small Island' premiers on Nov 10 in #Boston, where crew spent 4 days filming. In winter 2026, the show is aired as a 4-part series by American Public Television on #PBS stations nationwide. @rte.ie @pbs.org
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New Irish Documentary 'From that Small Island' Premiers in Boston Area on November 10, 2025
Boston Irish, Cultural Tourism, Boston tourism, Irish Heritage, Irish History, Massachusetts Irish, Irish culture, Irish walking trail, Irish parades.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:59 PM
Irish documentary, 'From that Small Island' premiers on Nov 10 in #Boston, where crew spent 4 days filming. In winter 2026, the show is aired as a 4-part series by American Public Television on #PBS stations nationwide. @rte.ie @pbs.org
#meetboston
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#meetboston
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Bound for #Boston! Don't miss 'A Celtic Christmas' at Calderwood Pavilion, @bostonarts.org #SouthEnd, Dec 2-14, featuring the world's best #irishdancers #irishsingers + #irishmusicians! irishboston.org/contest/a-ce... #meetboston @bostonglobe.com @bostonreview.bsky.social
A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland - Irish Boston
A Celtic Christmas by A Taste of Ireland -
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November 10, 2025 at 12:53 PM
Bound for #Boston! Don't miss 'A Celtic Christmas' at Calderwood Pavilion, @bostonarts.org #SouthEnd, Dec 2-14, featuring the world's best #irishdancers #irishsingers + #irishmusicians! irishboston.org/contest/a-ce... #meetboston @bostonglobe.com @bostonreview.bsky.social
Good news from #LonelyPlanet - #Tipperary is among the top 25 destinations to visit around the globe in 2026. irishboston.org/2025/county-...
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County Tipperary Among Lonely Planet’s ‘Best in Travel 2026’ Choices - Irish Boston
Tourism Ireland Press Release - (October 28, 2025) -- County Tipperary has been recognized in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026 list, which highlights
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November 10, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Good news from #LonelyPlanet - #Tipperary is among the top 25 destinations to visit around the globe in 2026. irishboston.org/2025/county-...
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#America250 officials @america250.bsky.social
visited #Belfast to discuss #NorthernIreland’s special status in America's celebrations in 2026. They toured #HillsboroughCastle @ulsterfolkmuseum.org + @ulsterscotsagency.bsky.social
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visited #Belfast to discuss #NorthernIreland’s special status in America's celebrations in 2026. They toured #HillsboroughCastle @ulsterfolkmuseum.org + @ulsterscotsagency.bsky.social
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America 250 Officials Visit Northern Ireland to Explore Ulster's Contributions to the American Revolution
Boston Irish, Cultural Tourism, Boston tourism, Irish Heritage, Irish History, Massachusetts Irish, Irish culture, Irish walking trail, Irish parades.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:48 PM
#America250 officials @america250.bsky.social
visited #Belfast to discuss #NorthernIreland’s special status in America's celebrations in 2026. They toured #HillsboroughCastle @ulsterfolkmuseum.org + @ulsterscotsagency.bsky.social
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visited #Belfast to discuss #NorthernIreland’s special status in America's celebrations in 2026. They toured #HillsboroughCastle @ulsterfolkmuseum.org + @ulsterscotsagency.bsky.social
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Boston's Irish Heritage Trail is expanding w/ Edgar Allan Poe statue, Harry McDonough Sailing Center in South Boston, Kip Tiernan Memorial + Tom Brady statue at Gillette Stadium #meetboston
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November 10, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Boston's Irish Heritage Trail is expanding w/ Edgar Allan Poe statue, Harry McDonough Sailing Center in South Boston, Kip Tiernan Memorial + Tom Brady statue at Gillette Stadium #meetboston
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Boston’s Charitable Irish holds its Silver Key Awards on October 29 at UMass Club in #Boston. irishboston.org/2025/bostons...
Boston’s Charitable Irish - Irish Boston
On Wednesday, October 29, the Charitable Irish Society holds its Silver Key Award at the UMass Club in Boston, starting at 6 p.m. The 2026 recipients of
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October 28, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Boston’s Charitable Irish holds its Silver Key Awards on October 29 at UMass Club in #Boston. irishboston.org/2025/bostons...
Mass Convention Center Authority CEO Marcel Vernon Joins FIFA World Cup 26 Boston Honorary Board irishboston.org/2025/mass-co... @fifaclubworldcup.bsky.social @massconvention.com #meetboston
Mass Convention Center Authority CEO Marcel Vernon Joins FIFA World Cup 26 Boston Honorary Board - Irish Boston
Boston 26, a non-profit organization responsible for FIFA World Cup 26 tournament preparations and celebrations in the Boston region, has
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October 28, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Mass Convention Center Authority CEO Marcel Vernon Joins FIFA World Cup 26 Boston Honorary Board irishboston.org/2025/mass-co... @fifaclubworldcup.bsky.social @massconvention.com #meetboston
Boston Public Library Opens REVOLUTION! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston irishboston.org/2025/boston-... @bpl.boston.gov @bplmaps.bsky.social @bplpsa.bsky.social @revolution250.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com @archives.boston.gov
Boston Public Library Opens REVOLUTION! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston - Irish Boston
(October 23, 20250 - The Boston Public Library (BPL) has opened its first major exhibition in nearly a decade. Revolution! 250 Years of Art & Activism
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October 28, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Boston Public Library Opens REVOLUTION! 250 Years of Art & Activism in Boston irishboston.org/2025/boston-... @bpl.boston.gov @bplmaps.bsky.social @bplpsa.bsky.social @revolution250.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com @archives.boston.gov
Ireland Gets Spooky. Have a Happy Halloween in Ireland! irishboston.org/2025/ireland... @tourismireland.bsky.social
Ireland Gets Spooky - Irish Boston
Did you know that Halloween began in Ireland? The annual tradition originated centuries ago, when Ireland’s ancient Celts celebrated October 31 as
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October 28, 2025 at 2:31 AM
Ireland Gets Spooky. Have a Happy Halloween in Ireland! irishboston.org/2025/ireland... @tourismireland.bsky.social
On Sunday, Oct 5 at 2 p.m. the #AOH of #PlymouthMA holds its annual commemoration for victims of the Brig St. John
in #cohasset w/ a mass at St. Anthony's + performance by Amy Elisabeth Day, writer + composer of Midst of Plenty. irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/10/mass...
in #cohasset w/ a mass at St. Anthony's + performance by Amy Elisabeth Day, writer + composer of Midst of Plenty. irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/10/mass...
Massachusetts Irish Community Commemorates the Shipwreck of Brig St. John in Cohasset on October 5, 2025
Boston Irish, Cultural Tourism, Boston tourism, Irish Heritage, Irish History, Massachusetts Irish, Irish culture, Irish walking trail, Irish parades.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:49 PM
On Sunday, Oct 5 at 2 p.m. the #AOH of #PlymouthMA holds its annual commemoration for victims of the Brig St. John
in #cohasset w/ a mass at St. Anthony's + performance by Amy Elisabeth Day, writer + composer of Midst of Plenty. irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/10/mass...
in #cohasset w/ a mass at St. Anthony's + performance by Amy Elisabeth Day, writer + composer of Midst of Plenty. irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/10/mass...
Two of our greatest citizens -- Frederick Douglass, a slave and John Boyle O'Reilly, an #Irish immigrant -- were allies for freedom + liberty in 19th century #Boston. #DW2025
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Frederick Douglass and John Boyle O'Reilly, Allies for Freedom and Liberty - Irish Boston
John Boyle O’Reilly and Frederick Douglass were natural allies in 19th century New England, where they aligned on pressing issues of liberty and justice
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October 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Two of our greatest citizens -- Frederick Douglass, a slave and John Boyle O'Reilly, an #Irish immigrant -- were allies for freedom + liberty in 19th century #Boston. #DW2025
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Boston's Logan International Airport is Part of Aer Lingus' North American Expansion in 2026. #meetboston #aerlingus @bostonglobe.com irishboston.org/2025/boston-...
Boston's Logan International Airport is Part of Aer Lingus' North American Expansion in 2026 - Irish Boston
Aer Lingus has announced its largest ever transatlantic summer schedule for 2026, part of an ongoing plan to expand its transatlantic network
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September 24, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Boston's Logan International Airport is Part of Aer Lingus' North American Expansion in 2026. #meetboston #aerlingus @bostonglobe.com irishboston.org/2025/boston-...
Win tickets to see Celtic Thunder in concert on Saturday, Sept 20 at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford! #meetboston
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Chevalier Theatre Presents: Celtic Thunder - An Intimate Evening - Irish Boston
Chevalier Theatre Presents: Celtic Thunder - An Intimate Evening -
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September 17, 2025 at 10:09 PM
Win tickets to see Celtic Thunder in concert on Saturday, Sept 20 at the Chevalier Theatre in Medford! #meetboston
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In 1985, the 1st edition of 'Guide to the Boston Irish' was published by Quinlin Campbell Publishers. The Guide was expanded in 1987 as 'Guide to the New England Irish' + a 3rd edition was published in 1994. @bostonglobe.com @publisherswkly.bsky.social irishboston.blogspot.com/2025/09/guid...
September 17, 2025 at 8:26 PM
In 1985, the 1st edition of 'Guide to the Boston Irish' was published by Quinlin Campbell Publishers. The Guide was expanded in 1987 as 'Guide to the New England Irish' + a 3rd edition was published in 1994. @bostonglobe.com @publisherswkly.bsky.social irishboston.blogspot.com/2025/09/guid...
Ireland Gets Spooky irishboston.org/2025/ireland... @tourismireland.bsky.social
Ireland Gets Spooky - Irish Boston
Did you know that Halloween began in Ireland? The annual tradition originated centuries ago, when Ireland’s ancient Celts celebrated October 31 as
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September 16, 2025 at 1:19 PM
Ireland Gets Spooky irishboston.org/2025/ireland... @tourismireland.bsky.social
Take the MBTA Ferry to Explore Boston from the Harbor irishboston.org/2025/mbta-fe... @mbta.com @tadvisoryboard.bsky.social #meetboston @bostonlogan.bsky.social
Take the MBTA Ferry to Explore Boston from the Harbor - Irish Boston
The MBTA’s Ferry Service in Boston Harbor is a terrific way to experience the beauty and hidden treasures of historic Boston Harbor, while also visiting
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September 16, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Take the MBTA Ferry to Explore Boston from the Harbor irishboston.org/2025/mbta-fe... @mbta.com @tadvisoryboard.bsky.social #meetboston @bostonlogan.bsky.social
Commodore John Barry, Naval Hero In the American Revolution, Dies on September 13, 1803 - Irish Boston irishboston.org/2024/commodo...
Commodore John Barry, Naval Hero In the American Revolution, Dies on September 13, 1803 - Irish Boston
American naval hero of the Revolutionary War, Commodore John Barry died on September 13, 1803. He is buried at Old Saint Mary's Cemetery
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September 13, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Commodore John Barry, Naval Hero In the American Revolution, Dies on September 13, 1803 - Irish Boston irishboston.org/2024/commodo...
Visit the powerful 9/11 Memorial at @bostonlogan.bsky.social airport, a permanent homage to the victims of 9/11/2001. The 9/11 memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week so that we #NeverForget911. @massport.bsky.social #meetboston irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/09/bost...
Boston Logan 9/11 Memorial, Open 24/7 in Perpetual Homage to Victims
Boston Irish, Cultural Tourism, Boston tourism, Irish Heritage, Irish History, Massachusetts Irish, Irish culture, Irish walking trail, Irish parades.
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September 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Visit the powerful 9/11 Memorial at @bostonlogan.bsky.social airport, a permanent homage to the victims of 9/11/2001. The 9/11 memorial is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week so that we #NeverForget911. @massport.bsky.social #meetboston irishmassachusetts.blogspot.com/2025/09/bost...
The Galway International Oyster Festival, Sept 26-28
allows visitors to enjoy a full menu of oysters + seafood fare amidst a celebration of #Galway's seafaring traditions + waterfront experiences.
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allows visitors to enjoy a full menu of oysters + seafood fare amidst a celebration of #Galway's seafaring traditions + waterfront experiences.
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@galwaytourism.bsky.social
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The 71st Annual Galway International Oyster + Seafood Festival returns September 26-28, 2025 - Irish Boston
The 71st Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival returns September 26-28, 2025 with a vibrant new citywide format. This year, the festival
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September 9, 2025 at 12:15 PM
The Galway International Oyster Festival, Sept 26-28
allows visitors to enjoy a full menu of oysters + seafood fare amidst a celebration of #Galway's seafaring traditions + waterfront experiences.
@tourismireland.bsky.social
@galwaytourism.bsky.social
irishboston.org/2025/10344/
allows visitors to enjoy a full menu of oysters + seafood fare amidst a celebration of #Galway's seafaring traditions + waterfront experiences.
@tourismireland.bsky.social
@galwaytourism.bsky.social
irishboston.org/2025/10344/
Meet the original #BostonCeltics who played a key role in the #americanrevolution and #revolutionarywar. #america250 @america250.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com
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The Original Boston Celtics - Irish Boston
In the early 18th century, Irish and Scottish settlers began infiltrating Boston’s solidly Puritan stock, coming by the boatload as congregations, or as
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September 9, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Meet the original #BostonCeltics who played a key role in the #americanrevolution and #revolutionarywar. #america250 @america250.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com
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Three cool #irish + #celtic festivals in #massachusetts:
- Sept 6-7 #Seisiún #IrishFestival at @thestageatsd.bsky.social
- Sept 11-14 #Rockport #CelticFestival at Shalin Liu Center
- Sept 13, Lowell Irishl Festival at Lowell Auditorium
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- Sept 6-7 #Seisiún #IrishFestival at @thestageatsd.bsky.social
- Sept 11-14 #Rockport #CelticFestival at Shalin Liu Center
- Sept 13, Lowell Irishl Festival at Lowell Auditorium
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Fantastic Festivals - Irish Boston
Getting outside in summer is a pre-requisite in New England, especially after a dreary winter! Check out our schedule of outdoor and indoor festivals
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August 27, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Three cool #irish + #celtic festivals in #massachusetts:
- Sept 6-7 #Seisiún #IrishFestival at @thestageatsd.bsky.social
- Sept 11-14 #Rockport #CelticFestival at Shalin Liu Center
- Sept 13, Lowell Irishl Festival at Lowell Auditorium
irishboston.org/2025/fantast... #dropkickmurphys
- Sept 6-7 #Seisiún #IrishFestival at @thestageatsd.bsky.social
- Sept 11-14 #Rockport #CelticFestival at Shalin Liu Center
- Sept 13, Lowell Irishl Festival at Lowell Auditorium
irishboston.org/2025/fantast... #dropkickmurphys
'Sounds from a Safe Harbour' Festival, September 11-14 in Cork City #Ireland features artists from Donal Lunny + Lisa Hannigan to Rhiannon Giddens + Francesco Turrisi. #CillianMurphy's new movie, Steve, premiers at the festival. irishboston.org/2025/cillian... @tourismireland.bsky.social
Cillian Murphy's New Film, Steve, Premiers at 'Sounds from a Safe Harbor' Festival in Cork City, September 11-14 - Irish Boston
Sounds from a Safe Harbor, a biennial festival of music, dance, art, theatre and conversation, takes place on September 11-14, 2025 in Cork City,
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August 27, 2025 at 9:54 AM
'Sounds from a Safe Harbour' Festival, September 11-14 in Cork City #Ireland features artists from Donal Lunny + Lisa Hannigan to Rhiannon Giddens + Francesco Turrisi. #CillianMurphy's new movie, Steve, premiers at the festival. irishboston.org/2025/cillian... @tourismireland.bsky.social
Lyric Stage #Boston presents #OurTown Sept 19-Oct 19, a #ThorntonWilder classic directed by Courtney O'Connor. We have a free pair of tix to give away for the Oct 9 show! irishboston.org/contest/lyri... #meetboston
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Lyric Stage Boston Presents: Our Town - Irish Boston
Lyric Stage Boston Presents: Our Town -
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August 27, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Lyric Stage #Boston presents #OurTown Sept 19-Oct 19, a #ThorntonWilder classic directed by Courtney O'Connor. We have a free pair of tix to give away for the Oct 9 show! irishboston.org/contest/lyri... #meetboston
@bostonreview.bsky.social @bostonglobe.com @wgbh.org @bpl.boston.gov
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"A Taste of Ireland" performs in 5 difference concert venues in #NewEngand, September 14-28. Enjoy world-class #irishdance, #irishmusic, singing + storytelling, featuring former #Irishdance champions from #LordoftheDance + #Riverdance.
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A Taste of Ireland - Irish Boston
A Taste of Ireland - https://youtu.be/v3RyDG74UQQ
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August 21, 2025 at 3:57 PM
"A Taste of Ireland" performs in 5 difference concert venues in #NewEngand, September 14-28. Enjoy world-class #irishdance, #irishmusic, singing + storytelling, featuring former #Irishdance champions from #LordoftheDance + #Riverdance.
irishboston.org/contest/a-ta...
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