The AOH is pleased to announce the revival of an old tradition, the AOH Irish History Essay Contest. This contest, which is designed to stimulate an interest in the study of the history of Ireland and the global Irish Diaspora, is open to students who are enrolled in grades 11 or 12 during the 2025/2026 Academic Year. OFFICIAL RULES TOPIC: Write an essay on the contributions of men and women of Irish heritage to the founding of the United States of … Read More .... about Announcing the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America (“AOH”) 2026 “America 250 Essay Contest”
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The Great Hunger Was Not a Game, Survival Not a “Prize”
The Great Hunger board game by Compass Games has drawn sharp criticism from the Ancient Order of Hibernians, which argues that gamifying … [Read More...] about The Great Hunger Was Not a Game, Survival Not a “Prize”
Feeding the Future: The Hibernian Hunger Project
We are pleased to highlight a recent podcast appearance by William "Bill" Sullivan, National Chair of the Hibernian Hunger Committee, on Craic on … [Read More...] about Feeding the Future: The Hibernian Hunger Project
Hartford Division 2 Holds Christmas Toy/Gift Card Drive
Hartford Division 2 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians held a successful Toy/Gift Card Drive on December 6 and 7, 2025. Several carloads of … [Read More...] about Hartford Division 2 Holds Christmas Toy/Gift Card Drive
Congratulations and Best Wishes to Newly Inaugurated Irish President Catherine Connolly.
Sean Pender, National President of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), America’s oldest and largest Irish Catholic organization, issued a … [Read More...] about Congratulations and Best Wishes to Newly Inaugurated Irish President Catherine Connolly.
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Deputy National Chaplain Update – May 2025
Deputy National Chaplain Fr. Colm Mitchell I imagine by the time this issue of the Digest is sent out, we will be into the Easter season. As … [Read More...] about Deputy National Chaplain Update – May 2025
The Jubilee Year ‘Pilgrims of Hope’: A Reflection for the Ancient Order of Hibernians
The Jubilee Year theme, ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ resonates profoundly with the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH). As members of this storied organization, we are called to reflect on our shared history, values, and … [Read More...] about The Jubilee Year ‘Pilgrims of Hope’: A Reflection for the Ancient Order of Hibernians