MAINE IRISH HERITAGE CENTER
EIN 81-0546468 · Cultural & Ethnic Awareness (A23)
What they do
Our Nonprofit and Charitable Mission is to Provide An Accessible Community Resource, Where Connections to Maines Irish History and Culture Can Flourish Through Historic Preservation, Arts and Culture.Initiatives Supporting This Mission Include:1. Protecting, Preserving, Restoring, and Interpreting The Historic St. Dominics Church, Itself A Monument to The Early Irish Community Life In Maine and A Structure of Great Historical and Architectural Significance to The City of Portland and State of Maine;2. Providing A Center for Maines Diverse Communities to Share Their Cultural Experiences Through Artistic and Educational Programs and Community Events;3. Housing Within The Building Historic Artifacts, The Maine Irish Genealogical Center, Archives, and Library, Preserving The Story of Irish History In Maine; And4. Promoting The General Welfare By Having Said Building Open to The Public and Providing A Public Space Where Community Groups and Members of The Public May Gather.
How to reach them
ContactJanine ManningTreasurer
Mailing addressPO Box 7588, Portland, ME 041127588
Main phone(207) 780-0118 WebsiteVisit the charity’s website Emailmaineirish@maineirish.comSource: Form 990 public record. Confirm details with the nonprofit before visiting or sending anything.
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- Recognized since
- December 2002
- County
- Cumberland
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