This July is the bicentennial of the arrival of Worcester’s first Irish immigrants, a small band of canal laborers. Discover how they overcame prejudice to build a community that would leave a lasting impression on the city and its culture.
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Local Event: "Wharf-rats and Irishies": The Blackstone Canal and the Story of the Irish in Worcester

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"Wharf-rats and Irishies": The Blackstone Canal...

This July is the bicentennial of the arrival of Worcester’s first Irish immigrants, a small band of canal laborers. Discover...

"Wharf-rats and Irishies": The Blackstone Canal and the Story of the Irish in Worcester

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"Wharf-rats and Irishies": The Blackstone Canal and the Story of the Irish in Worcester

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3 Paul Clancy Wy, Worcester, MA

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