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Get ready to celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month starting March 1! This annual celebration was started in 1991, and is dedicated to recognizing the contributions of Irish Americans throughout history. With almost 40 million people in the United States claiming Irish ancestry, this month is a great opportunity to learn about and appreciate the culture, traditions and values of the Irish people. From traditional music, dance and food to the impact of the Irish immigrants on American politics and society, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this festive month. So let's get together and show our pride in being part of this vibrant heritage!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1845-1852</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Great Irish Famine</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Great Famine in Ireland led to a large wave of Irish immigration to the United States, forming a significant proportion of the American population.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1863</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Irish Brigade in Civil War</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Irish Brigade, composed mostly of Irish-Americans, significantly contributed to the Union cause in the American Civil War.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1965</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Immigration and Nationality Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>This act ended immigration quotas based on national origins, leading to another period of increased Irish immigration.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Irish-American Heritage Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>Congress officially declared March as Irish-American Heritage Month in response to a proposal by the Ancient Order of Hibernians.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch an Irish movie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some popcorn and watch a classic Irish movie to get in the spirit of Irish-American Heritage Month. From "The Quiet Man" to "The Commitments" and "In America", there are plenty of films to choose from.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Learn about Irish history</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some time to learn about the history of Ireland and how it shaped the Irish diaspora in America. Visit a library or search online to find books and articles about the history, culture, and traditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit an Irish pub</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>What better way to celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month than by visiting your local Irish pub? Enjoy a pint of Guinness or try some traditional pub food like fish and chips or bangers and mash.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend an Irish cultural event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many cities have Irish cultural events and festivals during the month of March. Attend a parade, a ceili, or a Gaelic sports match to really get in the spirit.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Listen to some traditional Irish music</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Listen to some traditional Irish music like Uilleann pipes, fiddles, tinwhistles, and bodhrans. You can also listen to some more modern Irish bands like The Chieftains, The Pogues, or Flogging Molly.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates Irish culture and heritage</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Irish-American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich cultural contributions of those of Irish descent living in the United States. From their traditional music and dance to their enduring literature and art, Irish culture has played an important role in America for centuries – something worth celebrating!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It honors the legacy of Irish immigrants</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>During this month, we honor the legacy of the millions of Irish immigrants who left everything behind to come to the United States in search of better lives. They helped to shape our nation's history and future through their labor, patriotism and loyalty to America over generations.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes reflection and learning</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Irish-American Heritage Month is also a time for learning about the unique contributions that Irish Americans have made to our society. Events such as parades, festivals, lectures, film screenings and exhibits provide educational opportunities for everyone to reflect on the shared experiences and complex history of those with Irish ancestry.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Irish Americans Have Made Their Mark in Every Field</h3><p class='facts-content'>From arts and entertainment to politics and sciences, Irish Americans have made significant contributions in every field. Audie Murphy, the most decorated U.S. soldier in World War II was an Irish American, as is namesake of the world-renowned Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Eight U.S. Presidents Have Been of Irish Ancestry</h3><p class='facts-content'>Significant number of U.S Presidents, including John F. Kennedy, Ronald Reagan, and Barack Obama, have claimed Irish heritage, along with numerous politicians across state and national governments.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>St. Patrick’s Day Parades in America Predate American Independence</h3><p class='facts-content'>The first St. Patrick’s Day parade took place in New York City in 1762, predating the Declaration of Independence by 14 years. Today, these parades are a significant part of Irish-American celebrations.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Irish Was the Second Most Reported Ancestry in the U.S Until 1980</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Irish was the second most frequently reported ancestry, trailing only Germans, up until 1980. As of 2017, around 32 million Americans identify as having Irish ancestry.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Halloween Has Irish Roots</h3><p class='facts-content'>The major multinational holiday Halloween can be traced back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which was traditionally observed on the last day of the harvest season in Ireland. It was believed that this was the time when the worlds of the living and the dead could more easily intermingle.</p></div></div>
Irish-American Heritage Month is celebrated on March 1 every year. In 2024 Irish-American Heritage Month will occur on a Friday.
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