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Irish Film Series:
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE!
Location: H.A.R.P. Museum located on the second floor of the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley at 623 Columbia St., Utica
Register: https://bit.ly/4ck4Wvk or call and leave a message at (315) 733-4228 Ext. 6
Working in conjunction with Ireland’s Irish Language television station TG4, the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley is proud to present the documentary film "Éire agus Na Chéad Náisiúin" ("Ireland and the First Nations"), at 7 PM Thursday Mar 26, 2026.
"A Shared History of Trauma…"
Filmed as a road movie across the U.S., this compelling film offers a dual perspective - examining the Irish immigrant experience through both our own lens and that of the Indigenous peoples impacted by our arrival. This film was produced by Ronin Films with funding from the Irish Language Broadcast Fund (ILBF) and Coimisiún na Meáin.
From trade and war to alliances and betrayal, this film explores the complex and often contradictory roles Irish settlers played in shaping Native American history. Featuring contributions from leading Irish historians and prominent First Nations voices, the documentary sheds light on how Irish emigrants were both the oppressed and the oppressors.
History Right In Our Own Backyard
Key stories include that of Sir William Johnson, an 18th-century Irish trader and landowner who forged deep ties with the Mohawk Nation and whose legacy lives on in upstate New York. Viewers will also meet Mohawk elders Kay Olan and Tom Porter, who reflect on Johnson’s role and his lasting impact on their native lands.
Make Plans to Learn About This Long Untold Story
A great documentary, historical perspectives, savory popcorn, and the best part? The movie is free to watch! Just make sure to register ahead of time - you can sign up by registering at https://bit.ly/4ck4Wvk, by sending an email to info@iccmv.org, or by leaving a message at (315) 733-4228 Ext. 6.
This film will be shown in the H.A.R.P. Museum on the second floor of the Irish Cultural Center of the Mohawk Valley, 623 Columbia St, Utica. Oh, and the venue is wheelchair accessible, so everyone can join in.
We can’t wait to see you there! ☘️
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