One Ireland, with its history, lore, and mystery, from the mighty rock formations of the Giant's Causeway, to the emerald green fields of Tralee, the spirit of Ireland is in our hearts. No matter where one might live, Irish born, Irish bred, Irish ancestry or just plain interested, we feel the connection.

What Is The Irish Society Of Kentuckiana?

The Irish Society has been present in the Greater Louisville area for over 30 years.  We became the Irish Society of Kentuckiana, Inc. when we were approved as a charitable organization by the Internal Revenue Service.  Formerly we were known as The Sons and Daughters of Erin.

The Society was established to promote Irish Heritage, Culture and Friendship. It is a nonprofit organization, enriching the cultural lives of members of the Kentuckiana area. The Society offers exposure to Irish heritage and preserves, enhances and fosters pride in our Irish ancestry.

In addition to many local and regional activities that it sponsors, the Society is also a member of World Communities of Louisville and has national and global affiliations with other Irish organizations.

The Irish Society of Kentuckiana, Inc. is a non-sectarian organization. There is no religious affiliation.

The Society Reaches Its Goals By:

• Conducting meetings and social events for the members.

• Providing specialized resources for artistic historical and genealogical studies.

• Awarding scholarships for Irish dance, music and other Irish cultural studies.

• Participating in public celebrations and events that promote Irish culture.

• Supporting public education programs in schools and other institutions.

Who Can Join?

If you like the sound of a fiddle, or enjoy watching Irish dancers, or are curious about your family's history, or want to explore more about Irish culture, then the Irish Society of Kentuckiana, Inc. is for you. There is no age limit and the Society is fully accessible to all people of any nationality.

Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month.  We usually have a guest speaker presenting a program of interest to our members.  Some of the past speakers were Bob Hill, Courier-Journal columnist, John Ree, past president of the Genealogical Society, and Gerald McDaniel, the author of "Andreas The Messenger".