The exhibition will feature 50 oral histories of people from across the Irish community. These include people who have worked in the NHS, in construction and been involved in local Irish community organisations.
It also includes contributions from notable Irish cultural figures, actors Siobhán McSweeney, Adrian Dunbar and Aisling Bea, broadcaster Terry Christian, musician Jah Wobble and Moth Poetry Prize Winner Laurie Bolger, who has composed a bespoke poem.
This opened in London on 1 November at the Irish Cultural Centre Hammersmith, and will tour to Liverpool, Leeds and Birmingham throughout November.
Entry is free and all are welcome.
Liverpool exhibition: The Florrie – 8-12 November
The Florrie
377 Mill Street
Dingle
Liverpool
L8 4RF
The Florrie is located at the heart of Liverpool 8 just one mile out of Liverpool City Centre.
It is accessible via the 204 and 82 bus routes and Brunswick train station.
Opening hours:
Wednesday 11am-6pm
Thursday 11am-7pm
Friday 11am-6pm
Saturday 11am-6pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
Event Date: Wednesday 8th November 2023 - Sunday 12th November 2023
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