PORTLAND, ME – On July 26th, the Maine Irish Heritage Center will open its doors to welcome a delegation from Ireland led by Ireland’s Minister of State for International Development and Diaspora, Seán Fleming, TD.

To celebrate this occasion, the public is invited to a reception beginning at 2:30 PM. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear Minister Fleming reflect on the ties connecting Ireland and Maine and the importance of the Government of Ireland’s Diaspora Strategy.

This event will take place in the Center’s historic building, the former St. Dominic’s church, and will serve as a unique chance to bring together local community members with Irish leaders.

“We are absolutely thrilled that Minister Fleming will be visiting the Maine Irish Heritage Center during his time in the U.S.,” said Eric Brown, Executive Director.  “It is a testament to the legacy of connection between our state and Ireland, and also to the present vibrancy of Maine’s own increasingly diverse communities.”

Please join us on Friday, July 26th for an afternoon of heritage, fellowship, and discovery at the Maine Irish Heritage Center, 34 Gray Street in Portland. Doors open at 2:30 PM. RSVP at MaineIrish.com.