America Éire
The Archive

Add your Irish story

If you have a connection to Ireland, tell us your story — or one you carry for someone who can no longer tell it themselves. How and why did you or your ancestors come to America? How do you stay connected to your Irish roots, and how do you express your Irishness today? Your story will form part of a collective portrait of the Irish in America at this historic moment.

Full name or nickname.
The Irish family this story follows.
Never shared publicly or with third parties. We use it only to reach you about your story.
The Irish county most closely associated with the family, and the primary U.S. state they settled in.
If you’re not sure, “1800s” or “pre-Famine” is fine.
Around 500 words is a good length, and there’s no maximum.
Optional, but encouraged — a face, a place, an old document. Stories with a photo resonate most.
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Social profiles (optional)

If you’re happy for us to find and tag you when we share stories, add whatever you have — a handle, @handle, or link is all fine.

By submitting, you agree your story will be published and shared as part of the archive, subject to our terms and privacy policy.