Historical Collections Online
Search our Historical Collections Online, a sample of 10,000 artefacts from the National Museum of Ireland’s Historical, Military and Easter Week Collections, published as part of the Decade of Commemorations.
invitation card / George Washington Statue, 1883
Invitation card to the unveiling of the statue of George Washington, from the Chamber of Commerce of the State of New York, November 20th 1883. Part of a file of twelve cards, invitations etc of American interest, in particular New York, 1880s. Relating to Sir Thomas Grattan Esmonde and / or Lady...
invitation card / Guests of the nation ball, 1881
Invitation card to a ball held at the Metropolitan Casino, New York, November 7th 1881. From the Commissioners appointed by the Governor of the State of New York to the Guests of the nation. Part of a file of twelve cards, invitations etc of American interest, in particular New York, 1880s....
tribute book / Dr Thomas Addis Emmet, 1915
Tribute book to Dr Thomas Addis Emmet, from the Executive Council of the American Irish Historical Society, 1915. Illuminated text, with images of Robert Emmet, Thomas Addis Emmet and a photograph of Dr Thomas Addis Emmet, seated, by Anna Frances Levins. With signatures.article / The International Rifle Match, 1874
Magazine article on the Irish Rifle Team in U.S.A. 1874, page 832, of 10 October 1874. Issue of Harper's Weekly showing both the Irish and American teams for the International Rifle Match. From photograph by Rockwood. Individual images of T.S. Dakin, Henry Fulton, L.L. Hepburn, H.A. Gildersleeve,...
lithograph / Colonel Michael Corcoran
Lithograph print, Dedicated to Colonel Michael Corcoran, and the Officers and Men of the 69th Regiment, N.Y.St Militia, by the Publisher. Lithograph of Sarony, Major and Knapp, 449 Broadway, New York. Image of Major Myles O'reilly - the Hero of Spoleto in the centre. 'Irish Brigade Quadrilles'...
painting / 9th Regiment, 1853
Painting of the 9th Regiment, N.Y.S.M., on parade, c. 1853. Commanding Officer Colonel Benjamin Clinton Ferris in dress uniform. The 9th Regiment were an Irish unit at this time. Framed.
drawing / 2nd Regiment, Corcoran's Legion
Original print, 1861, of Camp Seward, 170th New York Volunteers. 2nd Regiment, Corcoran's Legion. Colonel Peter McDermott and Lieutenant Colonel J.P. McIvor. Framed, size A4.
lithograph / Colonel Michael Corcoran
Print of Colonel Michael Corcoran, 69th Regiment, N.Y.S.M.. Lithograph by T.W. Strong at 98 Nassau Street, New York. Framed. A3 size.
article / The International Rifle Match, 1874
Magazine article, the Irish Rifle Team in U.S.A. 1874, page 832, of the 10 October 1874 issue of Harper's Weekly showing both the Irish and American teams for the International Rifle Match. From photograph by Rockwood. Individual images of T.S. Dakin, Henry Fulton, L.L. Hepburn, H.A. Gildersleeve,...
coatee / Ancient Order of Hibernians, 1900
Ancient Order of Hibernians, American branch, c. 1900. Dark green double breasted frock coat with two rows of gilt buttons, velvet collar. Made by Bert & Bush, Boston. One small button missing from right cuff. One lose button in plastic envelope for black slash of coat.
citizenship certificate / Thomas J. Clarke
Certificate admitting Thomas J. Clarke to the Citizenship of the United States of America, 2nd November, 1905. Certificate number 7405, Examined by the Department of Justice 1906. A typed note on the back from the American Consulate , Dublin, June 17th, 1921 - 'The person named in the certificate...
photograph / Visit of an American Minister, 1928
Mr Kellogg's arrival at Dun Laoghaire. American Minister's visit to Ireland. Mr Frank Kellogg, Secretary of State, U.S.A., paid a visit to Dublin in August 1928. He was accorded a public reception and received the Freedom of the City. Photos show Mr Kellogg's arrival at Dun Laoghaire where he was...photograph / Visit of an American Minister, 1928
Mr Kellogg received by President William Cosgrave and and other Ministers at Dun Laoghaire. American Minister's visit to Ireland. Mr Frank Kellogg, Secretary of State, U.S.A., paid a visit to Dublin in August 1928. He was accorded a public reception and received the Freedom of the City. Photos show...photograph / Visit of an American Minister, 1928
The procession passing through Dawson Street. American Minister's visit to Ireland. Mr Frank Kellogg, Secretary of State, U.S.A., paid a visit to Dublin in August 1928. He was accorded a public reception and received the Freedom of the City. Photos show Mr Kellogg's arrival at Dun Laoghaire where...photograph / Visit of an American Minister, 1928
The arrival at the Mansion House. American Minister's visit to Ireland. Mr Frank Kellogg, Secretary of State, U.S.A., paid a visit to Dublin in August 1928. He was accorded a public reception and received the Freedom of the City. Photos show Mr Kellogg's arrival at Dun Laoghaire where he was...
letter / Philedelphia, 1878
Letter, handwritten in ink, from Michael Davitt to John. Dated 9th August 1878, from 4139 Main Street, Manayunk, Philedelphia. Describing his time in America during the lecture tour. One page front and back. Part of a set of papers relating the Irish Land League.
leaflet / Ritual of the Fenian Brotherhood
Printed leaflet - Ritual of the Fenian Brotherhood. Published in America.
Fenian bond / $10
Fenian bond, $10. Numbered 2108. Signed by Michael Scanlon and O'Sullivan. Undated, c. 1860 to 1866.
circular / United Brotherhood, 1877
United Brotherhood Circular. U.S.A. 1 February 1877, listing recent expulsions and rejections.