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From Irish music to Claddagh rings, here are some of the most important traditions and rituals of an Irish-American family. Irish Americans are very proud of their heritage, so they firmly believe that keeping Irish traditions alive and well is essential.
Anti-Catholic sentiments in America forced the Irish to fall back on traditions of ethnic organization that they had known in Ireland. In the 19th century, Irish-Americans stuck together in their places of employment and built the infrastructure for America's labor unions.
Most Irish who came to the United States settled in urban areas. Many of these neighborhoods retain aspects of Irish culture, especially around the local Catholic church. Words and songs from Ireland have come into common American usage.
A unique aspect of the Irish diaspora in America is its ability to hold on to and adapt its rich culture and traditions. Be it through embracing music, dance, literature, or the distinct Irish humour, they have managed to carve a distinctive Irish-American identity.
The Irish immigrants who entered the United States from the sixteenth to twentieth centuries were changed by America, and also changed this nation. They and their descendants made incalculable contributions in politics, industry, organized labor, religion, literature, music, and art.
Read on for glimpses of Irish American history and culture, as well as recommendations on how to look for Irish ancestors.
IrishCentral celebrates Irish accomplishments in America, and presents to you some interesting, if not surprising, Irish-American facts.
According to the 2016 American Community Survey, 10 percent of Americans claim Irish ancestry. Doubtless, many of these lads and lasses grew up with traditions that they believe come directly from the Auld Sod. Let’s take a look at some popular practices and beliefs of the Irish in America and where they originate.
Why did the Irish emigrate to America in such vast numbers for over three centuries? What was their experience in America? What impact did they make on American life?
When Irish and Scottish immigrants came to North America, they brought a number of customs and traditions with them. Among those that made the cut were Samhain festivities.