Living History Day at the Presidio Museum: Tucson's Irish Connection
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time for this Past Event
- Saturday, Mar 9, 2024 10am - 2pm
Location
Presidio San Agustin del Tucson Museum
196 N Court Ave
Details
Included with admission
In 1775, Irishman Hugo O’Conór, a captain of the Spanish army, signed the proclamation to build the Presidio San Agustín. Celebrate Hugo’s Irish ancestry and Tucson’s Irish roots with an early St. Patrick’s Day celebration. The Out of Kilters, a traditional Celtic band, will perform at 1 pm. Irish soda bread and green horchata will be served, and other Irish cultural demonstrations and experiences will be included in the event.
In addition, a variety of demonstrations may include blacksmithing, soldier drills and cannon fire, weaving, handmade tortilla tasting and more.
