News & Highlights
Celebrating our achievements and cultural milestones within the vibrant Pittsburgh community.
Online Irish History Courses
From Gaelic Celts to Christianity
This course explores Irish history from the Gaelic Celts (c. 500 BC) to the arrival of Saint Patrick and Roman Christianity. Following the Annals of the Four Masters and the Lebor Gabála Érenn, we examine the Milesians, the Esker Riada, and the royal lines of Heber and Heremon, ending with Brian Boru and the Celtic monarchy. Alternative timelines and diverse historical sources will be introduced.
Thursdays 7:30 - 9:00 pm - Sept 3, 10, 17, 24
Available Live on Zoom and as audio-visual recordings
Course Fee $100. To enroll please email seanmurphy630@gmail.com.
History of County Meath/ Contae na MÃ
Trace the history of County Meath, from the royal Seat of the High Kings at Tara to the Norman Lordship. This course examines its transition from the Kingdom of Mide to a formal shire in 1297 and its final border evolution in 1977.
Thursdays 6:00 - 7:30 pm – Sept 3, 10, 17, 24
Course Fee $100. To enroll please email seanmurphy630@gmail.com.
Irish Centre of Pittsburgh Annual Scholarship Award Winners
2026 Scholarship Recipients
We are immensely proud to honor our 2026 Mary Clark Irish Dance scholarship recipients, a group of dedicated students who embody the future of our heritage. This scholarship program is designed to support the academic journey of young leaders who are actively advancing Irish culture, language, music, or history within Pittsburgh and beyond.
We invite you to check back each year as we continue to celebrate and support new recipients in their cultural and academic endeavors.
Pictured above is Irish Centre President Jim Graven presenting the Mary Clark Irish Dance scholarships of $2500 each to the below recipients
- Annie Cowan – Bell School
- Fiona Casale – Bell School
- Ashlyn Casale – Bell School
- Ava Boomer – Traditional Irish Dance Academy​
2026 Irish Centre of Pittsburgh Club Awards
The Pittsburgh Curragh Club
Recognized for preserving maritime rowing heritage on Pittsburgh’s three rivers. This $1,000 scholarship helps maintain fleets and support community workshops.
The Pittsburgh Irish Hurling Club - Pucas
The Pucas Hurling Club is celebrated for promoting Ireland’s ancient sports culture in Western Pennsylvania. This award of $1,000 assists with cultural development and sports heritage initiatives.
Honoring their legacy of sportsmanship, the Pittsburgh Celtics Gaelic Football Club have been granted a 2026 $1,000 award for their commitment to Irish football.
Established in 2010, the PGAA has secured elite status through several Midwest and National titles. The Irish Centre is honored to present this distinguished organization with a 2026 grant of $1,000 for their continued excellence in Gaelic athletics.
2025 Irish Dance School Awards
The Bell School is recognized for their consistent excellence in preservation of Irish dance traditions. This 2025 award of $1,000 supports their continued educational outreach and competitive excellence.
Duffus School of Irish Dance
The Duffus School receives a $1,000 award to enhance their scholarship initiatives, ensuring that the magic of Irish dance remains accessible to all aspiring students in Pittsburgh.
The Academy was awarded $1,000 to bolster their cultural education programs, supporting the development of technical skills and fostering artistic growth within the Irish dance community.
The Shovlin Academy was awarded $1,000 in recognition of the academy's commitment to building a strong community of young performers and fostering a deep love for Irish culture through movement.
Granted $1,000 for their remarkable efforts in preserving traditional step dance techniques and their active participation in city-wide cultural festivals.