S6E12: Elizabeth Stack - Revitalizing the AIHS

29/07/2024 56 min Temporada 6 Episodio 12
S6E12: Elizabeth Stack - Revitalizing the AIHS

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This episode of Irish Stew features an in-depth discussion with Dr. Elizabeth Stack, the Executive Director of the American Irish Historical Society (AIHS). Dr. Stack discusses her journey from Listowel, County Kerry, to her academic career in history and her role in developing the Irish American Heritage Museum in Albany and revitalizing the AIHS. Recorded at the AIHS's historic Fifth Avenue headquarters in New York, the conversation delves into the importance of preserving Irish American history, the challenges of maintaining the society's landmark building, and the efforts to engage younger generations in Irish heritage. Dr. Stack also reflects on the broader themes of immigration and community integration, emphasizing the continuing relevance of these issues today.LinksElizabeth StackLinkedInAmerican Irish Historical SocietyWebsiteFacebookTwitter

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