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The Eire Society of Boston
About The Eire Society of Boston
The Eire Society is one of Boston's oldest Irish organizations and was founded in Boston in 1937. Our rich history and vibrant membership includes a wide variety of individuals from various backgrounds, professions and age groups. Some of our prestigious members and Gold Medal honorees include John F. Kennedy, Seamus Heaney, The Chieftains, John Hume, Siobhan McKenna, Sean McBride, George Mitchell, John Huston, William Bulger, 'Tip' O'Neill and Maureen O'Hara (The Quiet Man).
The Eire Society promotes knowledge of Irish culture through the encouragement of study in the arts, sciences, literature, language and history of Ireland; the contributions to civilization made by the Irish and those of Irish ancestry; networking between all Irish and Americans; and raising awareness of the actions made by the Irish for the advancement of American ideals.
The Eire Society is a non-political and non-sectarian organization, which throughout its history has welcomed people who share its concerns, regardless of their race, religion or ethnicity. We are are a diverse mix of individuals of all ages and backgrounds, both American and Irish-born.