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Irish Women in the American Revolution
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Join our partners at First State Heritage Park every First Saturday of the month for a series of free themed programming! In addition, Legislative Hall (10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.) and Woodburn: The Governor’s Mansion (10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.) are open for guided tours as a special treat.
Description
 While Irish men were a vital part of the military campaigns during the American War for Independence, little is known of the Irish women who stayed behind and contributed to the war effort at home. This program aims to demonstrate how Irish American women during the American Revolution supported the cause of freedom in the realm of the home. Visitors are encouraged to participate in the creation of a felt shamrock representative of St. Patrick that they can take with them.