The Irish Roots of Handsworth

Schedule

Mon Mar 16 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Soho House Museum | Birmingham, EN

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Join us on this historic walking trail as we celebrate the contributions of the Irish community
in Birmingham.
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Join us on this historic walking trail as we celebrate the contributions of the Irish community in Birmingham. Starting at Soho House, we will trace the footsteps of the Irish presence in Handsworth, culminating in a tour of the beautiful St Marys Convent, home to the Sisters of Mercy – a Religious Congregation of women founded in Dublin.

Voluntary donations are accepted, pay what you choose at the door!


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Soho House Museum, Soho Avenue, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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