Irish American Heritage Museum

09/04/2026

Can’t wait, Kevin!!!! Ye are mighty!

Yours truly,

IAHM

The Strayaways begin in Albany! More info at https://rubyhoy.com/the-strayaways

09/02/2026

THE IRISH AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM TO HOST SPECIAL PERFORMANCE of "American Particulate" written by Stanley Werse, esq., winner of IAHM'S First One-Act Play Competition.

We’re excited to announce that production of the “American Particulate”, winner of our first-ever one-act play competition is in full swing. We hope you can join us on Saturday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. at the museum for the premiere performance.

“American Particulate” is a powerful tale of kindness and forgiveness set during the Great Depression, and the main character is an Irish widow. As was common in the time, a man seeking a meal arrives at her door. Another character also provides insight into the man’s past. Werse describes the play as one that explores the limits of human kindness.

The cast members and co-directors are local actors Ellen Cribbs, John Decker and Russell Roberts.

Also on this special evening, a runner-up submission to IAHM’s 2026 One-act Play Competition will be a wonderful reading involving Michael Flanagan of the famous Flanagan Brothers band (after whom IAHM’s theater is named) by Kathy Loerzel, Michael Flanagan’s daughter and Albany native. Kathy will retell an event that lives in the Flanagan family lore, when Michael Flanagan was interviewed over the phone by famous Irish radio and TV host Gay Byrne.

There will also be Irish music performed throughout the evening and lite refreshments will be served.

Admission is $10 for members / $15 for not-yet members

08/30/2026

Wow - lovely piece!

Thank you, Irish Star US!!!!!!

IAHM

❤️👍🇮🇪🇺🇸🙏🇺🇸🇮🇪👍❤️

08/30/2026

Our friends at Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance, keeping the tradition alive!

This will be BIG fun!!!

Bethlehem Traditional Irish Dance, LLC

Adults of levels — Join us two Fridays a month for a drop-in Ceili (Irish social dancing) class at our studio in Delaware Plaza, Delmar. First class is September 11, sign up here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/261758248663065

08/28/2026

The Irish American Heritage Museum had the most wonderful afternoon yesterday, with a fantastic group of friends of the Schenectady Senior Center (SSC), in partnership with the Schenectady Hibernians (JFK Division 1)(LAOH/AOH).

The SSC and Schenectady Hibernians run this touching and beautiful seniors program, where twice weekly friends gather, meet, mingle, learn, discuss and have a delightful lunch at the Hibernian Hall - all cooked and presented by our Schenectady Hibernians brothers and sisters. Indeed, those preparing and serving included LAOH (JFK Div. 1) President - and IAHM Trustee!!! - Kim DePeaux; AOH (JFK Div. 1) President Patrick Cremmins; and, LAOH National Vice President Cathy Turck, and other similarly cheerful and generously giving volunteers.

IAHM presented a pre-meal talk about heritage, which (inevitably!!) evolved into a mealtime sing-song and concert, with several of the friends present getting up for some impromptu dancing.

Simply put: the event - which is part of IAHM's "Take the Museum to the Community" program, made our week!

If you are aware of any organizations or folks who might find it challenging (logistics/mobility/transport/etc.) to make it to IAHM's physical space, feel free to contact the museum at (518) 427-1916, to discuss possibilities.

Lastly: a HUGE shout out to IAHM sponsors Modern Press (Albany NY), for their donation of IAHM's new songbooks - rolled out for the first time at yesterday's Schenectady gathering. The songbooks were a big hit!!

08/27/2026

HUGE NEWS OF THE UPCOMING, UPSTATE!!!
Irish American Heritage Museum September- December 2026 Schedule Announced!

The Irish American Heritage Museum (IAHM) maximizes its small, unique and remarkable space. Indeed, in the last twelve months IAHM presented over forty events, bringing thousands of visitors through its doors - many of whom would not have otherwise visited Downtown Albany; and many from across the United States - to attend IAHM's world-class performances, lectures, sessions, workshops, genealogy consultations, guided historical presentations, "Irish" talent (open mic) salons, and concerts.

IAHM has evocative exhibits that details the Irish and American immigration experience. New, exciting exhibitions are planned to be opened in the coming weeks. IAHM also houses Albany's most intimate venue - IAHM's Michael Flanagan Theater. Indeed: in 2026 IAHM was nominated for the Best Alternative Venue Award by the Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Award and Hall of Fame.

For the remainder of 2026, IAHM will bring a broad array of world-class performances ranging from the legendary (Kevin Burke; Eamon O'Leary; Dylan Foley) to current masters in their craft (Mari Black); from global influencers with a deep Celtic connection (Cécilia) to presentations and performances from New York legends/talent such as historian Jack McEneny (with Dennis Foley), Claire Nolan, Get Up Jack (“Unplugged”!!!), Eileen C. Egan Mack and Stringwyne (featuring Melanie Chirignan).

Bring your family. Bring your friends!! At IAHM we live daily our beliefs that heritage and culture are not only important: they need to be expressed, witnessed, discussed, lived, shared, and - most importantly - carried forward.

IAHM is more than a living and breathing cultural and exhibition space. It is a community.

You - ALL - belong here!!!! Welcome!!!!!

For more information of the 2026 schedule, please see https://irish-us.org/application/files/4417/8777/6420/PR_IAHM_ProgrammingII_20261.pdf.