Irish Cultural Center Hosts St. Patrick's Day History Lunch & Learn

Event features talk on origins of the annual Irish-American celebration

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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The Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley is hosting a Lunch & Learn event on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11 AM to discuss the history of St. Patrick's Day. The $20 registration fee covers the program and lunch. The event will take place at the H.A.R.P. Museum located on the second floor of the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley in Utica, New York.

Why it matters

St. Patrick's Day is a major cultural celebration for Irish-Americans, and understanding its origins and evolution can provide important context around the holiday's significance. The Irish Cultural Center plays a key role in preserving and promoting Irish heritage in the Mohawk Valley region.

The details

The Lunch & Learn event will feature a presentation by Mary McGuirl on the history of St. Patrick's Day. Attendees will learn about the origins and traditions of the annual celebration that has become a staple of Irish-American culture.

  • The Lunch & Learn event will take place on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11 AM.

The players

Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley

A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Irish heritage and culture in the Mohawk Valley region of New York.

Mary McGuirl

The presenter who will discuss the history of St. Patrick's Day at the Lunch & Learn event.

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What’s next

Attendees can register for the Lunch & Learn event at the provided link or by calling the Irish Cultural Center.

The takeaway

The Lunch & Learn event provides an opportunity for the local community to learn about the origins and significance of St. Patrick's Day, a holiday that is deeply rooted in Irish-American culture and heritage.