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At the Irish American Heritage Center, we celebrate Irish and Irish American culture through events, music, theater, literature, and language.

Our historic building is home to the Fifth Province Pub, The Mayfair Theatre, and unique meeting and event spaces perfect for gatherings of any size.

Upcoming Events

Thursday Night Music Session

Thursday Night Music Session

Join session leaders Michael Austin and James Conway this Thursday for an unforgettable evening of Irish traditional music! It's a treat not to be missed! Enjoy the festive music in front of the hearth in the Fifth Province! Pub and kitchen open at 6:00pm, the very session begins at 7:00pm. […]

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16 May 2024
Black Oil Brothers (Free Show!)

Black Oil Brothers (Free Show!)

The Black Oil Brothers see it this way: The blues is the truth, rock 'n' roll is the way and outlaw country is the life. The Black Oil Brothers create music that turns heartbreak into music that shakes the blues away.

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31 May 2024
The Tinker Boys (Free Show)

The Tinker Boys (Free Show)

The Tinker Boys in the Fifth Province Pub on June 1!
This is a FREE SHOW!

Using vocals, guitar, bass, fiddle, harmonica, and various other instruments, the Tinker Boys have a niche in many acoustic-laden songs and a variety of venues. The Tinker Boys meld traditional Irish, American country and bluegrass, contemporary pop and rock, and folk to create a sound that has something for all followers of acoustic music.

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01 June 2024
Sunday-Funday with Blame Not the Bard!

Sunday-Funday with Blame Not the Bard!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XxRFilMIqS4 Join us in the Fifth Province Pub for Blame Not the Bard and opening act Rory Modlinski Sunday afternoon, June 9th. IAHC members are free! Blame Not the Bard is on a mission: to bring alive the songs and stories of Ireland. Expertly blending their captivating storytelling and historical […]

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09 June 2024
Take a Genealogy Journey at the Irish American Heritage Center

Take a Genealogy Journey at the Irish American Heritage Center

$20.00

The Genealogist is in! Start or continue your journey into your family's history with the Irish American Heritage Center! Would you like to start with a one-on-one consultation with our chief Genealogist? Go to Genealogy Information. The cost is $50 for a private consultation. Upcoming Classes: Planning an Ancestral Trip […]

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13 June 2024
Damian McGinty: A Million Little Ways

Damian McGinty: A Million Little Ways

Damian McGinty is a multi-genre singer/songwriter from Derry, Northern Ireland, who now calls Nashville his home. He currently splits his time as an independent solo artist and a principal performer for the internationally renowned group Celtic Thunder, sprinkled in with occasional acting jobs and other pursuits. Join Damian at the […]

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18 June 2024
Francis O’Neill Irish Arts Week Kids Day Camp

Francis O’Neill Irish Arts Week Kids Day Camp

Immerse your kids in the wonderful culture of Ireland for one fun week! Join Irish American Heritage Center partners the Irish Music School of Chicago as they continue the tradition of Francis O'Neill Irish Arts week kids' camp! Kids ages 4-11 can have a blast learning all about Irish cultural […]

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22 July 2024
Altan: Presented by iBAM! Chicago 2024

Altan: Presented by iBAM! Chicago 2024

iBAM! Chicago brings Irish traditional music superstars to the Mayfair Theatre this November. Friday November 15, join the Irish American Heritage Center for a very, very special evening with the legendary Altan, presented by iBAM! 2024. Superstars Altan perform in the Mayfair Theatre in honor of their iBAM! 2024 Music […]

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15 November 2024

The Irish American Heritage Center provides the very best in Irish culture through the arts, history, education, dance and social outlets.