Honoring the Past.
Celebrating the Present.
Sustaining the Future of Beaver Island’s Irish Heritage.
Beaver Island, often called America’s Emerald Isle, has a story deeply rooted in Irish culture, resilience, and community. The Beaver Island Irish Heritage Group (BIIHG) exists to ensure those stories, traditions, and connections continue to thrive for generations to come.
We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to presenting authentic and engaging educational and cultural experiences that recognize, showcase, and preserve Beaver Island’s unique Irish heritage, including its connection to Arranmore Island, County Donegal, Ireland.
How We Bring Our Mission To Life
BIIHG serves as a cultural steward for Beaver Island’s Irish legacy
through signature events and year-round programming, including:
Emerald Isle
Irish Feile
our flagship, multi-day Irish festival held annually the first weekend after Labor Day each year.
Irish Currach Club of
Beaver Island
preserving traditional Irish boatbuilding and rowing.
Cultural programs
& events
throughout the year that celebrate music, language, history, and community.
Beaver Island Irish
American Hall of Fame
honoring individuals who have made lasting contributions to Irish heritage and island life.
Listen to The Podcast
Tides That Tie Podcast – sharing stories that connect Beaver Island, Arranmore Island, and the broader Irish diaspora. >>>
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A Glimpse of Irish Heritage on Beaver island
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