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- IrishThis article details how the Irish came to Texas, where they settled in Texas, and the impact they had on Texas.
Selected Books
- Land!: Irish Pioneers in Mexican and Revolutionary Texas by Graham DavisCall Number: F395 .I6 D38 2002Also, available as an e-book.
- "The Irish of Staggers Point", Robertson County, Texas by Mary Katherine Thompson Galloway, Mary Kathryn Spiller Briggs (Author), and Marjorie De Maret HicksCall Number: F395 .I6 G344 1973 (ITC Library)
Organizations
- Celtic Heritage Society of the Permian BasinThe Celtic Heritage Society of the Permian Basin was founded on a demonstrated need, in the Permian Basin and West Texas, for educational and cultural events, which exhibit the rich Celtic heritage.
- Harp and Shamrock Society of TexasThe Society celebrates Irish heritage through various events throughout the year in the San Antonio area; including the annual Halfway to St. Patrick's Day Hooley every September, Donovan's Run 5k, Shamrock Scramble golf tournament, and the South Texas Alamo Irish Festival, held annually on the second Saturday in March at the University of the Incarnate Word.
- Irish-American Society of DallasThe Irish-American Society (IAS) is a social organization that sponsors annual events such as a St. Patrick’s Day Ball, a Christmas party, a family picnic, and a talent show sponsors annual events such as a St. Patrick’s Day Ball, a Christmas party, a family picnic, and a talent show.
- Southwest Celtic Music AssociationThe Southwest Celtic Music Association was formed to study, perform, promote and preserve traditional Celtic music, dance and culture in the Southwest.
Festivals
- Austin Celtic FestivalThe largest gathering of Celts in Central Texas returns for its 22nd Annual Celtic Fest. Internationally acclaimed as one of the few remaining festivals that celebrate the authentic music honed by the Celtic people. The Austin Celtic Festival goes beyond gimmicks to highlight traditions and achievements in a way that reminds audiences of the extraordinary craftsmanship and study that made places like Ireland & Scotland leaders in folk music and dance.
- North Texas Irish FestivalThis event held on the State Fairgrounds in Dallas celebrates all things Irish. Food, music, and storytelling bring Irish culture alive at this event.
- Sherman Celtic Festival and Highland GamesThe Sherman Celtic Festival explores and celebrates various cultural and historical connections which link the United States to the Celtic peoples.
- West Texas Celtic Fair and Highland GamesHeld in Midland always on the 2nd weekend of March. This event celebrates Celtic life with traditional music, food, and athletic competitions.