The Charlotte Irish Connection: The Irish Heart of the Queen City

By: Mary Shanahan

Outlets: Queens University News Service

Published: November 19, 2025

Words: 911

Last Updated: 5 days, 16 hours ago

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“Everything that the Irish community does in Charlotte, why is it all a secret?” asked Peter Byrne, former president of the Charlotte Irish Connection.

His question captures a quiet truth about the city’s Irish presence. The Charlotte Irish Connection, a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting Irish culture, connection and celebration, is working to change that. “It is there to keep people informed about the Irish community in Charlotte,” Byrne said.

The Irish have …

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