THE HARP AND THE SHAMROCK: THE TWO FACES OF MONTREAL’S IRISH COMMUNITY
Regardless of whether they left the Emerald Isle to seek their fortune or because of the Great Famine, Irish immigrants clearly left their mark here. Some became bishops, entrepreneurs, senators or industrialists, while others, living in abject poverty, simply tried to survive as labourers.
Although only a few streets separated their respective neighbourhoods, they were worlds apart.
Come make the acquaintance of these resourceful, endearing and resilient Irish as well as their invaluable contribution to our society.
Durée
Approx. 70 minutes + 30-minute question period