The Irish American Museum is a triumph of a grassroots movement, sustained by our community for over two decades. Our institution exists to protect and share stories of Irish immigrant’s courage that shaped this nation, from the earliest settlers to the families who built neighborhoods like Lemmon Street.

We have thrilling news to share: We have secured 916 Lemmon Street, completing our full physical campus vision! This monumental achievement ensures we finally have the space required to tell the complete, complex story of the Irish in America.

This is the critical moment to transform our physical triumph into an enduring legacy. We are not just preserving the past; we are actively building the future. Your partnership is urgently needed for the final operational funding required to launch our 2026 expansion goals:

The Genealogy Library: We must open the Irish History and Genealogy Research Library in House 920, creating a vital space where families and scholars can connect with their heritage and begin their work.
The New Exhibits: We must develop the robust and diverse 250th Anniversary programming and new exhibits in House 916, securing the national contributions of Irish American workers and families in the historical narrative.

Become a Co-Author: Your Foundational Partnership

We are turning the page on 2025 together. Your year-end contribution is essential for this final operational stage. Here is an example of what your generosity helps make possible:

Contribution Level	Amount	Your Gift Helps Cover the Cost of Goals Like...
Legacy Connector	$1,500	Launching the foundation for the new Research Library in House 920.
Story Preserver	$1,000	Securing and preparing the core collection for exhibit installation in 916.
Narrative Illuminator	$500	Creating crucial storyboards that bring the 250th Anniversary displays to life.
Heritage Keeper	$250	Processing vital archival materials for the new Research Library.
Story Teller	$100	Funding the research for a new exhibit storyboard in House 916.
Foundational Friend	$50	Purchasing essential supplies needed for our 2026 programming.
A Gift of Any Amount	(Other)	Acts as a Foundational Brick, keeping our momentum strong during this critical transition.

Please make your foundational partnership gift today and help us ensure this vibrant history is permanently etched into the American narrative.

Writing the Next Chapter: Our Story Continues

Invest in the next volume of Irish American history. Your 2025 gift funds the vision for our Museum in 2026

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