Upcoming Events
All events will be taking place at 3905 Eastern Avenue (map)
Plenty of FREE parking!
View our Calendar page for a different view of all our activities.
Membership
Join and You Will Make a Difference!
Membership in the Irish Heritage Center makes everything we do possible. You also will be entitled to discounts on rentals, classes and events at the Heritage Center. Support the good work of the Irish Heritage Center and make more happen in the future. Your help on many different levels is creating Irish American History!! Download the Membership Form PDF.
Volunteer Opportunities
By Appointment, By Project
Lots to do to create this amazing center of Irish Heritage. Your contributions will make a difference from filing, sweeping to painting, plumbing, staging -- there is a spot for each and everyone. Group efforts are also needed. Please call for details at 513-533-0100, we provide lunches and need the attendance numbers.
EVENTS
William Butler Yeats Exhibit from Dublin!
January 21 - February 9, 2012
The Life and Works of the great Poet - Writer - Dramatist W. B. Yeats who is celebrated as one of the most important figures of 20th-century literature.
The exhibit has come to the tri-state area from Ireland's National Library in Dublin, in partnership with our Greater Cincinnati Irish Heritage Center for three - four weeks only, after extensive negotiations of more than two years by the Center's Directors. It is a feat, and a real treasure! Please spread the word. Bring the family and especially the students!
Three week exhibit; open on Thursdays 4:00-8:00 Saturdays 3:00-6:00 and by appointment for groups of 8 or more, ending mid- February 2012.
Admission $10 - Members of the Irish Heritage Center $5 - Students $3
Click for Promotional Poster (PDF, 2.5MB)
January 17, 2012
CLASSES - BEGUN!
Registration is now open for Winter Semester classes. Semester starts January 17 – 21. Full details are available by clicking here or scrolling down the page. Call the Center to reserve your spot 513-533-0100!
Bodhran (Irish Drum) - January 17th
Fiddle, Beg./Int. - January 17th
Irish Language - January 17th
Irish Singing - January 17th
Irish Set Dancing - January 17th
Northern Ireland 1968-1998: The Troubles - January 19th
Art Class, Teen/Adult - January 21st
Art Class, ages 6-15 - January 21st
Click here or scroll down for CLASSES information.
February 4, 2012 - Saturday at 7:00 P.M.
LARRY KIRWAN of the amazing Irish Rock Group BLACK 47 - Presents - "ROCKIN AND READIN"
This Wexford man will be in our Theater, at 3905 Eastern Avenue Cincinnati Ohio!!! Tickets are limited - Do not delay - Tickets now on sale for this one night only performance. Tickets to this event make a special Christmas Gift - just $20. IHC Member Discounts apply. Come to this IHC fund raiser and hear one of Ireland's greatest musicians, authors, playwrights, humanitarians.
February 9, 2012 - Thursday at 7:00 P.M.
Bua Irish Music Concert
Bua amazing Irish Traditional music comes to the Irish Heritage center on Thursday February 9th at 7:00 PM an in house concert in the Social Room. These tremendous musicians, from Ireland are a rare treat and should not be missed. A few members of Bua performed at the IHC last year they told us then they wanted to return with the group. Now they have an opportunity to come to Cincinnati during their tour, it is last minute but we knew you'd want to hear the music….they will be here in less than 2 weeks. Please tell your friends and use your FB, etc. to spread the word. Guaranteed a great evening! Door open at 6:00 P.M.. Come early get your seat have a beverage beforehand and enjoy!!
Doors at 6pm, concert at 7pm, General: $15, IHC Members: $12, Workshop Attendees: $10.
February 16, 2012 - Thursday at 7:00 P.M.
Mick and Friends Sing Song, last one of 2011.
Loads of fun - bring your favorite song, poem, story or instrument to share. Or just come for the great time. Free admission.
January 8, 2012 - Sundays at 3 P.M.
Friendly Sons of St Patrick Glee Club
Rehearsals Resume (Music Room)
January 18, 2012 - Wednesdays at 7 P.M.
Local Chapter of Celtic Women International
Resumes on the third Wednesday Evening each Month (Tea Room)
February 24/25/26,
Fri-Sat-Sun at 7:30/7:30/2 P.M.
Irish American Theater Company
A Couple of Blaguards
Ohio's premier of the hysterical play by Frank McCourt and Malachy McCourt. This exciting romp depicts life in Ireland followed by immigration to and living in America. There are many characters who are encountered on the way. Thoughtfully produced by the Award Winning Irish American Theater Company under the direction of Maureen A. Kennedy, The show runs Friday February 24th, Saturday February 25, both at 7:30 P.M., and Sunday February 26th 2:00 P.M., Matinee. Critics classify this piece as hilarious - be sure to order tickets early. This company is known for its sold out performances. Tickets ARE $20, DISCOUNTS FOR MEMBERS OF THE IRISH Heritage Center $18. The Irish American Theater Company has been invited to Dublin Ireland to produce this play in May 2012 as a part of Acting Irish International.
February 11th - Saturday from 11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
Arts Sampler free perfomances
Classes for the community sponsored by Arts Wave Cincinnati in partnership with Irish Heritage
Space continues to be available for rent
Great for your parties, classes, concerts, dances, events, meetings and celebrations. New in 2012, leases available by the year.
March 17, Saturday 2012 St Particks Day and Evening celebrations
With music, dance, singing, children's room and parade, plus great Irish Food and great family fun! Spend your day at the IHC.
CLASSES
Fiddle Lessons, Beginners and Intermediate
Students will learn the tunes, techniques, and traditions that have defined Irish dance music for over one hundred years. Beginners will first learn to navigate the instrument. Intermediates will move at a faster pace.
Tuesdays: Beginners 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Intermediates 815 to 9:15 p.m.
January 17, 2012 thru March 20, 2012 (Ten hours total instruction)
$150.00; IHC Members $135.00
Justin Bridges is a professional fiddler and teacher. He is well known in the community
as a performer, a member of the celebrated Celtic band Silver Arm, and a teacher. Justin
travels to Ireland regularly to study and perform. He has studied traditions of the fiddle
with recognized masters. He has been teaching since 2001.
Irish Singing Lessons
Students will learn traditional song of Ireland with emphasis on technique, breath control,
ornamentation, and feeling. No prior vocal training required.
Tuesdays: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
January 17, 2012 thru March 20, 2012 (Ten hours total instruction)
$150.00; IHC Members $135.00
Mai Hemon is from Ireland with fifteen years experience in teaching Irish singing. She
has performed across Ireland, England, and the United States. She also has experience
adjudicating at Fleads and Feesana.
Irish Set Dancing
Students will learn traditional set dances such as the Kerry Sets. No set dancing
experience required. Set dancing is a great workout, a fun evening of social interaction,
as well as learning dances typically done in Ireland
Tuesdays: 8:15 to 9:15 p.m.
January 17, 2012 thru March 20, 2012 (Ten hours total instruction)
$150.00; IHC Members $135.00
Mai Hemon is from Ireland with fifteen years experience in teaching Irish set dancing.
She has also experience adjudicating at Fleads and Feesana.
Art Classes for Older Teens and Adults
Students will select a subject they would like to paint in oils. Subjects can be a picture or
photo of a landscape or portrait of anything they wish to paint. Each student will be taken
from set up to drawing his/her subject through painting a complete subject. Advice on
materials will be available. No experience required.
Saturdays: 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
January 21, 2012 thru February 25, 2012 (Twelve hours total instruction)
$165.00; IHC Members $150.00
Sean Flanagan originally from Dublin is the Artist-in-Residence at the Irish Heritage
Center. His paintings are on display at the Center. He has also provided designs and
artwork for the award-winning Irish American Theater Company.
Art Classes for Children (Ages 6 thru 15)
Students will learn to draw and the basic techniques in use of watercolors.
Saturdays: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
January 21, 2012 thru February 25, 2012 (Six hours total instruction)
$75.00; IHC Members $60.00
Sean Flanagan originally from Dublin is the Artist-in-Residence at the Irish Heritage
Center. His paintings are on display at the Center. He has also provided designs and
artwork for the award-winning Irish American Theater Company.
Northern Ireland 1968-1998: The Troubles
This course will cover the events leading up to and during The Troubles in Northern
Ireland. Topics include Partition, the civil rights marches, the deployment of British troops,
subsequent civil strife, and the negotiations leading to the Good Friday agreement.
Thursdays: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
January 19, 2012 thru March 22, 2012 (Ten hours total instruction)
$ 150.00; IHC Members $135
James Magee, Jr., an attorney, holds an advanced diploma from Ulster University in Irish
Heritage and Culture. He has taught at Thomas More College and is active in the Ancient
Order of Hibernians. He regularly attends the Bloody Sunday Commemoration in Derry
and annually leads a tour to Ireland during that time.
Irish Language
Students will learn basic Irish phrases, customs, and greetings. Opportunities to join in
the Irish speaking club are open for all attendees. No experience required.
Tuesdays: 7:00 p.m.
January 17, 2012 thru March 6, 2012 (Eight hours total instruction)
$100.00; IHC Members $90.00
Michael Simonton returns to teach this class in his ever popular fashion that emphasizes
useful phrases for daily living and reconnoitering in the Irish Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking
regions of Ireland). Michael has taught literature, languages, and effective writing at
Northern Kentucky University for many years and is as mucha favorite among the
faculty here at the IHC as he is at NKU. (Please send biographical information to me for
inclusion.)
Bodhran (Irish Drum)
Students will learn to play the Bodhran (Irish drum) “From the Ground Up.” The
instruction is based on the method of Rob Pinkerton. No experience required.
Tuesdays: 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
January 17, 2012 thru March 6, 2012 (Six hours total instruction)
$90.00; IHC Members $80.00
John McBride is a seasoned performer and teacher, having taught at the Riley School
of Irish music and at numerous Irish festivals. He has performed with Eric Kunzel and
the Cincinnati Pops and with Roger Drawdy and the Firestarters, among others. He has
produced his own beginner bodhan instructional video.
By Appointment
- Tours
- Rentals
- "Tea Time" in the tea room for groups and clubs
- Genealogy (free for members)
- Library
- WiFi
Other Things In the Works:
- Irish Film Nights - Next Generation evenings full of fun, and film. "Galway Girl" Cathy Ann Dempsey is underway organizing these delightful evenings. We've already started with "Waking Ned Devine" and will announce the continuation soon!
- Ceilis
- Irish Karaoke - A great time featuring vibrant Rob from Mt Adam's Wine Cellar Karaoke.
- Quiz Nights with Mrs. Barb Kenny from Dublin!
- Irish Book Club
- "Tir Na N'Og" Land of the Forever Young - Over 55 Afternoons at the Irish Center for Irish Heritage Members and their guests - Entertainment, Tea, Speakers, Sing Songs and more.
Social Networking
Upcoming Events
1/21 - 2/9
W.B. Yeats Exhibit
2/4 - 7:00 P.M.
Larry Kirwan of Black 47
2/9 - 7:00 P.M.
Bua Irish Music Concert
2/16 - 7 P.M.
Mick & Friends
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