Omaha Irish Cultural Center

Omaha Irish Cultural Center Our mission is to enhance awareness and knowledge of Irish culture in our area. The Omaha Irish Cultural Center was founded on 30 September 2013.

Our mission is to enhance awareness and knowledge of Irish culture in our area and the impact the Irish have had on the development and history of Omaha, eastern Nebraska and western Iowa. We accomplish our mission by hosting cultural events, offering educational classes and creating strategic partnerships with organizations and individuals in Ireland and the US. Locally we will offer a variety of

classes related to Irish culture. These include music, Irish language and Irish dance classes. One of the best ways to understand and learn about a culture is through art and language. It tells so many wonderful stories about struggles, joyful events, beliefs, and history. Cultural events are a way the general public can experience Irish culture in a fun and entertaining way. These include musical events, readings by Irish authors, festivals celebrating Irish history and culture, art openings, and theater. We hope to bring many such events to Omaha over the coming years. We look forward to working with many groups and individuals to create additional opportunities and experiences. We envision cohosting events with other groups, partnering with Irish organizations to bring Irish artists and musicians to Omaha, or working together with local organizations on cultural events. These types of partnerships will enable us and our partners to offer more to Omaha, eastern Nebraska, and western Iowa than is possible alone.

07/22/2026
It was a busy and memorable weekend for the OICC! Our Board of Directors gathered for a strategic planning retreat at th...
07/21/2026

It was a busy and memorable weekend for the OICC!

Our Board of Directors gathered for a strategic planning retreat at the beautiful new Omaha Central Library, where we kicked off an exciting new chapter of growth. The Board elected Dan O’Brien as our new Executive Director, and Lily Keogh as the Director of Promotions & Communications. Led by our guest facilitator, Leslie Little, we spent the day planning for the future and strengthening our commitment to preserving and sharing Irish culture in our community.

The weekend also gave us the distinct honor of welcoming the Deputy Ambassador of Ireland, Fionnuala Quinlan, and the Vice Consul from the Consulate General of Ireland in Chicago, Pádraig Manning, to Omaha. We shared meaningful conversations about the value of cultural diplomacy and celebrated the enduring partnership between Ireland and our local community.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this weekend such a success. The future is bright, and we look forward to sharing what’s ahead. ☘️🇮🇪

Saturday was a memorable afternoon spent honoring leadership, tradition, and community impact.We are grateful to everyon...
03/18/2026

Saturday was a memorable afternoon spent honoring leadership, tradition, and community impact.

We are grateful to everyone who gathered at our St. Patrick's Day Awards Brunch to celebrate, connect, and recognize our award-winners. Your presence and support truly make a difference.

Congratulations again to our awardees:
Kathleen Kennedy Townsend: Outstanding Public Service Award
Ed & Joni Fogarty: John & Ed Creighton Excellence Award
Archbishop Michael McGovern: Father Flanagan & Mother McAuley Lifetime Achievement Award

Thank you to everyone who attended the Omaha Irish Film Festival last weekend! We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did....
03/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended the Omaha Irish Film Festival last weekend! We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. 🍀

🥂 Honor. Heritage. Community. 🥂Join us for the St. Patrick’s Day Awards Brunch on Saturday, March 14 at the Field Club o...
03/10/2026

🥂 Honor. Heritage. Community. 🥂
Join us for the St. Patrick’s Day Awards Brunch on Saturday, March 14 at the Field Club of Omaha.
We’ll honor outstanding Irish-American professionals in:
🍀 Business
🍀 Arts & Culture
🍀 Public Service
An afternoon of music, dance, and great food awaits. Purchase your tickets at omahairishculturalcenter.org/upcoming-events/2026/3/14/st-patricks-day-awards-brunch

🎥 Tonight’s the night! 🎥 Opening night of the Omaha Irish Film Festival kicks off tonight! • 7:00 Opening short: "The Pr...
03/06/2026

🎥 Tonight’s the night! 🎥

Opening night of the Omaha Irish Film Festival kicks off tonight!

• 7:00 Opening short: "The Protagonist Gene"
• 7:10 Feature: "Báite"

Tickets are still available! Visit eventbrite.com/e/omaha-irish-film-festival-tickets-1980202508007?aff=oddtdtcreator for more information.

Join us for the third annual Omaha Irish Film Festival this weekend!Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m.🎬7:00 Opening short: The...
03/04/2026

Join us for the third annual Omaha Irish Film Festival this weekend!

Friday, March 6 at 7:00 p.m.
🎬7:00 Opening short: The Protagonist Gene
🎬7:10 Feature: Báite
💬A panel discussion featuring Fionnuala Gygax of Báite will follow.

Saturday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m.
🎬7:00 Feature: Aontas
⌚8:30: Brief intermission
🎬8:45 Short film: Ceol
🎬8:50 Feature: In Time: Dónal Lunny

Sunday, March 8 at 2:00 p.m.
🎬2:00: Opening short: Lived Once Buried Twice
🎬2:15: Feature: A Quiet Love
🏆3:40: Festival Awards

The best in contemporary Irish cinema will be on display at the beautiful Benson Theatre. Free parking in the rear at the Benson Law Center.

Tickets are still available! Get yours at eventbrite.com/e/omaha-irish-film-festival-tickets-1980202508007?aff=oddtdtcreator

Address

2432 S 120th Street
Omaha, NE
68144

Telephone

+14029572197

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