Explore Ireland’s verdant countryside with Peter Marra, Ph.D., dean of The Earth Commons and Laudato Si’ professor in biology and the environment. Start your day with a birding tour in County Wicklow at a coastal nature reserve. After the birdwatching, you will enjoy a visit to the Kilmacurragh National Botanic Gardens, home to 52 acres of gardens, followed by lunch at Wicklow Brewery.

Lace up your walking shoes, pack your binoculars, and bring your bird-spotting enthusiasm for this guided excursion.

Enjoy a day in the Wicklow and Glendalough region of Ireland, known fondly as “The Garden of Ireland.”

Start your day with a trip to Powerscourt. Powerscourt House and Gardens includes beautiful Italian, Japanese, and walled gardens, as well as herbaceous borders and a famous collection of trees. It is one of the last formal gardens to have been created in Europe. Powerscourt House, a Palladian mansion, dates back from 1730.

Next you will have lunch in one of Glendalough’s best restaurants, the Wicklow Heather. Your coach will then take you to Glendalough, stemming from the Gaelic ‘Glenn da Locha,’ meaning ‘The Valley of the Two Lakes.’ It was here St. Kevin founded a monastery in the 6th century. You will take a tour of this monastic ruin before continuing on with a scenic drive.

Explore the seaside towns of Malahide and Howth on this day trip.

Start your day with a visit to Malahide Castle. The oldest parts of the castle date back to the 12th century, and there are also wonderful gardens and exhibits to explore on the grounds.

The castle visit will be followed by lunch at one of the most popular restaurants in the area, the 16th century Abbey Tavern. Our trip will conclude with a scenic drive to the summit of Howth Head, where you can take a short walk to enjoy the spectacular peninsula views.

First opened to the public in 1707, Marsh’s Library, a beautiful 18th-century building with a unique atmosphere, has remained unchanged for over 300 years.

Surround yourself with the comforting scent of ancient leather bindings and paper and step into history on this guided tour with an expert curator. You will have the chance to see rare books up close as your guide provides insight into the library’s unique past and present.

April 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Ireland.

Join Darragh Gannon, Ph.D., associate director of Global Irish Studies and an expert on modern Irish History, as he revisits the historic sites and commemorative spaces which have shaped the identity of the Irish State. From the General Post Office, where an Irish Republic was proclaimed in arms during the 1916 Easter Rising, to Dáil Éireann, the legislative assembly of independent Ireland, visitors will be guided through the stepping stones of Irish self-determination.

The Easter Rising of 1916 was the most dramatic event in the history of Ireland’s struggle for independence from the British Empire. The executions of the leaders after the Easter Rising awakened a generation to the cause of Irish freedom, resulting in the War of Independence, the formation of the Irish Free State, and, as a result, the Irish Civil War.

Author, historian, and podcaster Lorcan Collins will take you to the relevant sites of these battles in Dublin as the complexities of Irish history are explained in an accessible and concise fashion.

Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over 100 years. With a capacity of 82,300, this magnificent stadium is actually the third largest in Europe.

Its size is only part of its greatness, however, as you’ll discover on this eye-opening, all-access tour. From quirky insights into why Croke Park’s grass is always greener to learning about defining moments in Irish history, the passionate tour guides will take you on an inspiring journey around our national stadium.

Ireland as a country has come a long way from meat and potatoes, and the country is now renowned as a world-class destination for food. On this walking tour, you will visit six unique places, all independently owned, tasting at each stop and meeting the purveyors or makers.

The tastings reflect the current food scene, bringing new international and contemporary tastes to the Irish table and all using great Irish produce. As you visit various neighborhoods and enjoy the food at local gastronomic gems, you’ll also learn a little about Dublin’s culture and history.

The annual John Carroll Weekend Board of Governors plenary session offers an opportunity for members to discuss Georgetown University Alumni Association business and strategic goals. This meeting is open to all graduates of Georgetown University.

With its four Nobel Prize winners in literature and an ongoing boom in fiction writers – Sally Rooney, Anne Enright, Colm Tóibín, and so many more – Ireland is overflowing with literary talent.

Join Cóilín Parsons, Ph.D., associate professor of English and director of Global Irish Studies, as he introduces some of the highlights of literary Dublin – from Oscar Wilde’s home on Merrion Square to Sally Rooney’s Trinity College, from Jonathan Swift’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral to W.B. Yeats’s and James Joyce’s old haunt at the National Library. The tour will begin at the new Museum of Literature Ireland and end with a pint (or a drink of your choice!) at The Duke pub.

Dive into Dublin’s rich history on this walking tour with Professor Emeritus Michael Collins, Ph.D. (Parent’89). Professor Collins will narrate as you walk past the Bank of Ireland and cross the Ha’penny Bridge to the General Post Office, the center of the fighting during the Easter Rising in 1916. After a brief visit to the museum at the Post Office, you will continue through the streets of Dublin, stopping at some of the sites connected to Irish literature and history—the Dublin City Gallery, St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, the Abbey Theatre among others. The tour will conclude at the Famine Memorial near the Custom House.

Join us on a tour exploring some of the incredible figures and events that make up Ireland’s Queer History. From rebels and revolutionaries to civil rights agitators, Pride Month pioneers, and gender identity trailblazers, this tour, led by Original Dublin, will be an exploratory celebration of Ireland’s LGBTQ+ community and the rich history of their story.

Stops will include: The Abbey Theatre and Panti Bliss ‘Noble Call’; Liberty Hall and the First Pride Protest; Dr. Lydia Foy and the Gender Recognition Act; Dublin Castle and the Marriage Equality Referendum; and more.

After the tour, guests are invited to enjoy a pint at The George in celebration of Georgetown’s LGBTQIA+ community and allies.

The Chester Beatty Library opens a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. Its rich collection of manuscripts, prints, icons, miniature paintings, early printed books, and objets d’art from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe offers visitors a visual feast – all the result of the collecting activities of one man.

When you enter 14 Henrietta Street, you’ll experience over 300 years of city life in the walls of one address.

Our intimate guided tours bring you on a journey from the house’s grand Georgian beginnings to the tenement dwellings of its later years. By connecting to the personal stories of those who called 14 Henrietta Street home, the building’s hidden histories are revealed.

The stories of the house and street mirror the story of the people of Dublin. See the house, hear its stories, and discover the layers of Dublin history within its walls.

Teeling Whiskey Distillery is known as the home of “The Spirit of Dublin,” so there’s no better place to learn the secrets of making a perfect Irish Coffee – the Dublin way.

This experience includes a fully guided tour of an operational whiskey distillery, allowing you to take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the complete whiskey-making process. Afterwards, a Teeling Whiskey Ambassador will conduct a guided tasting of three award-winning whiskeys and provide a master class in how to make Irish Coffee using all-local, Dublin-made ingredients. Before you go, raise a glass and enjoy a perfect “Dublin Coffee” of your own, made all the more special with the option to custom print an image or photo on the top!

Join Provost Bob Groves for an afternoon of conversation and celebration with the deans of the undergraduate and graduate schools. Provost Groves and deans will share updates from the Hilltop. Come hear the latest news from campus and enjoy a reception where you’ll have a chance to connect over drinks and hors d’oeuvres.

Take a break from your busy JCW schedule for a 30-minute guided Ignatian Examen led by Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., director of campus ministry and senior Catholic chaplain. This session will give you the chance to pause and reflect, using the format created by St. Ignatius of Loyola nearly 500 years ago.

The four-day weekend will officially begin with a welcome from Georgetown President John J. DeGioia. Reunite and celebrate as you explore the iconic Guinness Storehouse. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres as you experience a rooftop view out over the city’s spires and even the mountains beyond.

The Chimes, Georgetown’s oldest and sole all-male acapella singing group, have entertained the university community since 1946 with a repertoire of 50s and 60s classics, hymns, and pop hits. On Chimes Night, members from multiple generations will come together for a special evening of comradery. Enjoy the music of this timeless university group in the company of fellow alumni at the The College Green Hotel’s Banking Hall.

What do Ted Lasso and Immanuel Kant have in common? What can we do about the memory problems experienced by athletes in contact sports? What can birds tell us about our environmental challenges, and how does climate affect our own wellbeing?

Join us to hear quick takes on far-reaching ideas and pressing issues from a selection of the university’s most forward-thinking professors. This morning session will include breakfast.

Featured faculty and topics will include:

• Recovering the Brain’s Forgotten Memories – Mark Burns, Ph.D., Georgetown School of Medicine
• Singing Spirit in the Body: Black Cultural Expression – Anita Gonzalez, Ph.D., Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences and Co-Founder, Racial Justice Institute
• Ordering Disorder: Governing the World to Come – Charles Kupchan, Ph.D., Walsh School of Foreign Service
• Birds Can Save the World – Peter Marra, Ph.D., Dean, Earth Commons
• Grape to Glass: Sustainability, AI, & the Global Wine Industry – Michael O’Leary, Ph.D., McDonough School of Business
• Social Change & Social Cohesion: The Story of the 21st Century in Ireland – Coilin Parsons, Ph.D.,Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences and Director, Global Irish Studies
• Believing in Humanity: Lessons from Ted Lasso & Immanuel Kant – Karen Stohr, Ph.D., Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences
• Storytelling is not a Luxury: The Power of Intersectional Narrative – Mecca Jamilah Sullivan, Ph.D., Georgetown College of Arts & Sciences
• How Judges (Self) Empower: Fragile Courts Under Authoritarian Pressure – Yvonne Tew, Ph.D., Georgetown University Law Center
• Mental Health Vulnerabilities on the Frontlines of the Climate Change Crisis – Shabab Wahid, Dr.PH, MPH, School of Health

Join Fr. Mark Bosco, S.J., and Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., for a talk about Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio’s religious art followed by a visit to the National Gallery of Ireland. Explore the tale of the lost masterpiece, The Taking of Christ, which was only recently discovered hanging in a Jesuit community in Dublin and is now on permanent loan at the National Gallery of Ireland. We will also tour some of the Gallery’s other treasures, like works by Johannes Vermeer, Lavinia Fontana, and Diego Velazquez.

The Easter Rising of 1916 was the most dramatic event in the history of Ireland’s struggle for independence from the British Empire. The executions of the leaders after the Easter Rising awakened a generation to the cause of Irish freedom, resulting in the War of Independence, the formation of the Irish Free State, and, as a result, the Irish Civil War.

Author, historian, and podcaster Lorcan Collins will take you to the relevant sites of these battles in Dublin as the complexities of Irish history are explained in an accessible and concise fashion.

Dive into Dublin’s rich history on this walking tour with Professor Emeritus Michael Collins, Ph.D. (Parent’89). Professor Collins will narrate as you walk past the Bank of Ireland and cross the Ha’penny Bridge to the General Post Office, the center of the fighting during the Easter Rising in 1916. After a brief visit to the museum at the Post Office, you will continue through the streets of Dublin, stopping at some of the sites connected to Irish literature and history—the Dublin City Gallery, St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, the Abbey Theatre among others. The tour will conclude at the Famine Memorial near the Custom House.

April 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Ireland.

Join Darragh Gannon, Ph.D., associate director of Global Irish Studies and an expert on modern Irish History, as he revisits the historic sites and commemorative spaces which have shaped the identity of the Irish State. From the General Post Office, where an Irish Republic was proclaimed in arms during the 1916 Easter Rising, to Dáil Éireann, the legislative assembly of independent Ireland, visitors will be guided through the stepping stones of Irish self-determination.

Explore the James Joyce Centre, a beautiful 18th century townhouse dedicated to the life and work of James Joyce. The Centre is home to original documents and objects from Joyce as well as art exhibitions, interactive guides, and information about Joyce and Dublin.

Join us for a neighborhood walk and luncheon dialogue to explore urban sustainability and the impact of climate change in Dublin. We will be joined by local community leaders as we dine at one of Dublin’s most historic restaurants.

Over the last two decades Dublin has experienced rapid metropolitan growth while confronting new challenges related to climate change. The city is an international leader in reducing emissions by fostering carbon neutral building practices, including their new airport and convention center.

Yet, when adapting to climate change, Dublin is compromised. Dramatic increases in impervious surfaces and new risks related to changing precipitation patterns have led to sewage discharges and mandatory “boil water” emergencies. This walking tour will offer an in-depth look at a vibrant, rapidly growing city contending with climate change while also building a more sustainable future.

Join the Georgetown Entrepreneurship Alliance (GEA) for an exciting pitch competition in the style of the TV show Shark Tank. Each company – created, managed, and led by alumni – will pitch to our live audience and then go through a quick-fire Q&A from seasoned alumni judges in the entrepreneurial and venture capitalist spaces. Enjoy food and drink while the judges deliberate before announcing the 2024 GEA Alumni Pitch Competition winner. This year’s winner has the opportunity to receive an investment prize from the Georgetown Angel Investor Network members.

Judges:
– Melissa Bradley (B’89), Founder & Managing Partner of 1863 Ventures
– Heather Galloway (SFS’98), Founder & Managing Director of Sollevo
– Devon George (B’01), President of DMV Capital
– Eric Woods (B’91), Chief Operating Officer, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Pitch Finalists:
– Atlantic Fish Co, Doug Grant (MBA’16)
– DWUS Inc., Shawn O’Connor (SFS’99)
– Pratt Standard Cocktail Company, Tory Pratt (SFS’11)

This program is sponsored by the Georgetown University Alumni Association, Georgetown Entrepreneurship Alliance, and Georgetown Angel Investor Network.

“I play Irish popular music, yeah? Calling it folk is like putting it in a box. It’s a living tradition, you know?” – Shane MacGowan, The Pogues

Irish music has a rich and varied history, spanning centuries. Within this tradition is Ireland’s past half-century’s contribution to rock music. Thin Lizzy, U2, Sinead O’Connor, The Cranberries, and The Pogues have all memorably contributed to this vital facet of rock history.

Join Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., for a walking tour in the heart of Temple Bar, Dublin’s cultural quarter, and a visit to the Irish Rock ‘n’ Roll Museum, which offers a glimpse into this remarkable aspect of music history. This tour will include, time permitting, a stop at Temple Bar proper for live music and a pint.

Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over 100 years. With a capacity of 82,300, this magnificent stadium is actually the third largest in Europe.

Its size is only part of its greatness, however, as you’ll discover on this eye-opening, all-access tour. From quirky insights into why Croke Park’s grass is always greener to learning about defining moments in Irish history, the passionate tour guides will take you on an inspiring journey around our national stadium.

With its four Nobel Prize winners in literature and an ongoing boom in fiction writers – Sally Rooney, Anne Enright, Colm Tóibín, and so many more – Ireland is overflowing with literary talent.

Join Cóilín Parsons, Ph.D., associate professor of English and director of Global Irish Studies, as he introduces some of the highlights of literary Dublin – from Oscar Wilde’s home on Merrion Square to Sally Rooney’s Trinity College, from Jonathan Swift’s St. Patrick’s Cathedral to W.B. Yeats’s and James Joyce’s old haunt at the National Library. The tour will begin at the new Museum of Literature Ireland and end with a pint (or a drink of your choice!) at The Duke pub.

Dive into Dublin’s rich history on this walking tour with Professor Emeritus Michael Collins, Ph.D. (Parent’89). Professor Collins will narrate as you walk past the Bank of Ireland and cross the Ha’penny Bridge to the General Post Office, the center of the fighting during the Easter Rising in 1916. After a brief visit to the museum at the Post Office, you will continue through the streets of Dublin, stopping at some of the sites connected to Irish literature and history—the Dublin City Gallery, St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, the Abbey Theatre among others. The tour will conclude at the Famine Memorial near the Custom House.

Roe & Co Distillery is the home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey. New energy surges through this former Guinness Power Station, where fun and flavor come to life.

In this curated experience, you will have the opportunity to join one of two workshops: learning the art of the whiskey cocktail and developing your own cocktail skills, or experiencing a curated tasting and an introduction to the art of whiskey blending.

Finally, we’ll welcome you to the Power House Bar, where you may enjoy a signature Roe & Co cocktail.

Though founded by the Vikings, Dublin’s current appearance is largely the product of the 18th through the early 21st century. Join Kathleen James-Chakraborty, Ph.D. (Parent’22), professor of Art History at University College Dublin, for this walking tour through such architectural highlights as Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Trinity College, and the national cultural and political institutions on Kildare Street and Merrion Square, while she highlights major examples of Georgian, Victorian, modern, and post-modern architecture.

Journey back through time on this backstage tour and discover the history and stories from the Abbey Theatre, Ireland’s national theatre, from its opening in 1904 to the present day. Make your way to the stage for an up close and personal look at the props, costume, and production design. Enjoy the extensive portrait collection, highlighting key figures from the Irish Literary Revival and from the Abbey’s history.

This tour brings the story of the Abbey Theatre to life and takes you behind-the-scenes of current productions. You won’t look at a show in quite the same way again, with a behind-the-scenes look at how Abbey Theatre brings those eloquent words from the page to the stage.

Explore the history of the Irish diaspora and emigration to other countries with Katharine Donato, Ph.D., Donald G. Herzberg Chair in International Migration and Director of the Institute for the Study of International Migration in the Walsh School of Foreign Service.

Professor Donato will lead a special discussion at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum at the start of your visit. Following this 30-minute presentation, you will enjoy a private tour of the museum with an expert guide to explore how being Irish extends well beyond the borders of Ireland to all corners of the world.

Beginning in the 1790s, a significant number of Black abolitionists traveled to Ireland and other British Isles to raise awareness and support of antislavery work. The most prominent visitor was Frederick Douglass, who spent four months in Ireland at the beginning of Ireland’s Great Hunger in 1845-46 after the publication of his first autobiography, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave. Douglass was met by enthusiastic crowds and called his time in Ireland “transformative.” His experiences and friendships with important Irish figures helped inform his worldview and shape his work for the rest of his life.

Join us for a conversation examining this history and the social justice work Douglass’s descendants continue today in Ireland and the U.S., moderated by Anita Gonzalez, Ph.D., professor of Performing Arts and African American Studies at Georgetown and co-founder of Georgetown’s Racial Justice Institute.

This discussion will feature Kenneth B. Morris Jr., great-great-great grandson of Frederick and Anna Douglass and co-founder and president of Frederick Douglass Family Initiatives (FDFI); his mother Nettie Washington Douglass, co-founder and FDFI Chairwoman Emerita; and Dr. Laurence Fenton, writer, editor, and author of Frederick Douglass in Ireland: The Black O’Connell (2014).

Take a break from your busy JCW schedule for a 30-minute guided Ignatian Examen led by Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., director of campus ministry and senior Catholic chaplain. This session will give you the chance to pause and reflect, using the format created by St. Ignatius of Loyola nearly 500 years ago.

The Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, the Division of Student Affairs, and the Georgetown University Alumni Association Black Alumni Council welcome all Georgetown alumni and their guests to the 17th annual Diversity Reception to celebrate the accomplishments of our alumni who have brought rich and diverse representation to our campus and alumni communities. We look forward to seeing you and providing you the opportunity to connect with your former classmates.

The McDonough School of Business invites you to journey into the art and history of Ireland’s most renowned spirit with a custom tour and curated tasting at the Irish Whiskey Museum. Following an interactive tour experience, we’ll gather at the museum’s private bar for a reception hosted by Dean Paul Almeida. The museum is conveniently located steps from The College Green Hotel.

Sláinte! Enjoy a night of traditional merriment and music with fellow Hoyas at Searsons of Baggot St., a watering hole with roots dating back to 1845 and long associated with the literary and cultural life of Dublin’s locals. This event will feature an open bar and pub bites.

Current and former members of the Board of Regents are invited to join an engaging plenary session. Additional session details will be shared closer to John Carroll Weekend.

Spend the morning exploring the Powerscourt Estate and its noteworthy gardens, located just 30 minutes from Dublin and set against the backdrop of the Great Sugarloaf Mountain. Powerscourt Gardens was awarded 3rd Best Garden of the World by National Geographic. The gardens extend over 47 acres and feature themed gardens including the Italian Garden, Walled Gardens, Herbaceous Border, and Japanese Garden. Powerscourt House is home to the award-winning Avoca Terrace Café and shops featuring handcrafted and locally made goods and the best of Irish design.

In this morning trip, guests will have self-directed time to explore the gardens, peruse the shops in Powerscourt House, and enjoy a meal at the Terrace Café.

Croke Park has been at the heart of Irish sporting life for over 100 years. With a capacity of 82,300, this magnificent stadium is actually the third largest in Europe.

Its size is only part of its greatness, however, as you’ll discover on this eye-opening, all-access tour. From quirky insights into why Croke Park’s grass is always greener to learning about defining moments in Irish history, the passionate tour guides will take you on an inspiring journey around our national stadium.

Join Kathleen James-Chakraborty, Ph.D. (Parent’22), professor of Art History at University College Dublin, for a walking tour featuring some of Dublin’s most prominent architectural sites and important works of Irish and European women artists within the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

Learn about artists like Maud Gonne and Constance Markievicz, who each played a central role in the struggle for Irish independence. Mainie Jellett and Evie Hone pioneered abstraction in Irish art, and Sarah Purser founded An Túr Gloine, a stained glass workshop. The Yeats sisters made significant contributions to the Irish Arts & Crafts Movement as artists and founders of Cuala Press. The tour will also feature contemporary architecture by two women-led firms.

This event is sponsored by the Georgetown University Alumni Association Women of Georgetown Initiative

Dive into Dublin’s rich history on this walking tour with Professor Emeritus Michael Collins, Ph.D. (Parent’89). Professor Collins will narrate as you walk past the Bank of Ireland and cross the Ha’penny Bridge to the General Post Office, the center of the fighting during the Easter Rising in 1916. After a brief visit to the museum at the Post Office, you will continue through the streets of Dublin, stopping at some of the sites connected to Irish literature and history—the Dublin City Gallery, St. Mary’s Pro-Cathedral, the Abbey Theatre among others. The tour will conclude at the Famine Memorial near the Custom House.

The Chester Beatty Library opens a window on the artistic treasures of the great cultures and religions of the world. Its rich collection of manuscripts, prints, icons, miniature paintings, early printed books, and objets d’art from countries across Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe offers visitors a visual feast – all the result of the collecting activities of one man.

“I play Irish popular music, yeah? Calling it folk is like putting it in a box. It’s a living tradition, you know?” – Shane MacGowan, The Pogues

Irish music has a rich and varied history, spanning centuries. Within this tradition is Ireland’s past half-century’s contribution to rock music. Thin Lizzy, U2, Sinead O’Connor, The Cranberries, and The Pogues have all memorably contributed to this vital facet of rock history.

Join Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., for a walking tour in the heart of Temple Bar, Dublin’s cultural quarter, and a visit to the Irish Rock ‘n’ Roll Museum, which offers a glimpse into this remarkable aspect of music history. This tour will include, time permitting, a stop at Temple Bar proper for live music and a pint.

Explore the history of the Irish diaspora and emigration to other countries with Katharine Donato, Ph.D., Donald G. Herzberg Chair in International Migration and Director of the Institute for the Study of International Migration in the Walsh School of Foreign Service.

Professor Donato will lead a special discussion at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum at the start of your visit. Following this 30-minute presentation, you will enjoy a private tour of the museum with an expert guide to explore how being Irish extends well beyond the borders of Ireland to all corners of the world.

Journey back through time on this backstage tour and discover the history and stories from the Abbey Theatre, Ireland’s national theatre, from its opening in 1904 to the present day. Make your way to the stage for an up close and personal look at the props, costume, and production design. Enjoy the extensive portrait collection, highlighting key figures from the Irish Literary Revival and from the Abbey’s history.

This tour brings the story of the Abbey Theatre to life and takes you behind-the-scenes of current productions. You won’t look at a show in quite the same way again, with a behind-the-scenes look at how Abbey Theatre brings those eloquent words from the page to the stage.

Ireland as a country has come a long way from meat and potatoes, and the country is now renowned as a world-class destination for food. On this walking tour, you will visit six unique places, all independently owned, tasting at each stop and meeting the purveyors or makers.

The tastings reflect the current food scene, bringing new international and contemporary tastes to the Irish table and all using great Irish produce. As you visit various neighborhoods and enjoy the food at local gastronomic gems, you’ll also learn a little about Dublin’s culture and history.

Enjoy a luncheon conversation with Former President of Ireland Mary Robinson and Monica McWilliams, a negotiator and signatory to Northern Ireland’s Good Friday Agreement. 52nd Speaker of the United States House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi (HON’02, Parent’88, ’89, ’91, ’95, Grandparent’20) will offer opening remarks and Ambassador Melanne Verveer (SLL’66, MS’69, Parent’94), executive director of the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS), will lead the discussion.

Robinson will reflect on her trailblazing role as Ireland’s first female president and as former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. She will also discuss her ongoing work as chair of The Elders and with the Global Women Leaders network operated by GIWPS and The Rockefeller Foundation. McWilliams will discuss women’s roles in the historic Northern Ireland peace deal and their ongoing efforts to sustain peace on the island, drawing on insights from her time as a negotiator, as a politician in Northern Ireland’s Parliament, and as Chief Commissioner for Human Rights in Northern Ireland.

This program is hosted by the Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security, the Walsh School of Foreign Service, and the Georgetown University Alumni Association Women of Georgetown Initiative.

First opened to the public in 1707, Marsh’s Library, a beautiful 18th-century building with a unique atmosphere, has remained unchanged for over 300 years.

Surround yourself with the comforting scent of ancient leather bindings and paper and step into history on this guided tour with an expert curator. You will have the chance to see rare books up close as your guide provides insight into the library’s unique past and present.

Roe & Co Distillery is the home of cocktail exploration and modern Irish whiskey. New energy surges through this former Guinness Power Station, where fun and flavor come to life.

In this curated experience, you will have the opportunity to join one of two workshops: learning the art of the whiskey cocktail and developing your own cocktail skills, or experiencing a curated tasting and an introduction to the art of whiskey blending.

Finally, we’ll welcome you to the Power House Bar, where you may enjoy a signature Roe & Co cocktail.

Join Fr. Mark Bosco, S.J., and Fr. Greg Schenden, S.J., for a talk about Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio’s religious art followed by a visit to the National Gallery of Ireland. Explore the tale of the lost masterpiece, The Taking of Christ, which was only recently discovered hanging in a Jesuit community in Dublin and is now on permanent loan at the National Gallery of Ireland. We will also tour some of the Gallery’s other treasures, like works by Johannes Vermeer, Lavinia Fontana, and Diego Velazquez.

When you enter 14 Henrietta Street, you’ll experience over 300 years of city life in the walls of one address.

Our intimate guided tours bring you on a journey from the house’s grand Georgian beginnings to the tenement dwellings of its later years. By connecting to the personal stories of those who called 14 Henrietta Street home, the building’s hidden histories are revealed.

The stories of the house and street mirror the story of the people of Dublin. See the house, hear its stories, and discover the layers of Dublin history within its walls.

Treat your senses with a paired tasting experience at the home of the “Spirit of Dublin!”

This experience includes a fully guided tour of an operational whiskey distillery, allowing you to take in the sights, sounds, and smells of the complete whiskey-making process. Afterwards, a Teeling Whiskey Ambassador will conduct a guided tasting of three award-winning whiskeys. Each sample is uniquely paired with a custom-made chocolate from the Proper Chocolate Company, a Dublin-based, organic, bean-to-bar chocolatier that has specially produced these samples to perfectly complement the core range of Teeling Whiskeys.

The Easter Rising of 1916 was the most dramatic event in the history of Ireland’s struggle for independence from the British Empire. The executions of the leaders after the Easter Rising awakened a generation to the cause of Irish freedom, resulting in the War of Independence, the formation of the Irish Free State, and, as a result, the Irish Civil War.

Author, historian, and podcaster Lorcan Collins will take you to the relevant sites of these battles in Dublin as the complexities of Irish history are explained in an accessible and concise fashion.

Join Kathleen James-Chakraborty, Ph.D. (Parent’22), professor of Art History at University College Dublin, for a walking tour featuring some of Dublin’s most prominent architectural sites and important works of Irish and European women artists within the collection of the National Gallery of Ireland.

Learn about artists like Maud Gonne and Constance Markievicz, who each played a central role in the struggle for Irish independence. Mainie Jellett and Evie Hone pioneered abstraction in Irish art, and Sarah Purser founded An Túr Gloine, a stained glass workshop. The Yeats sisters made significant contributions to the Irish Arts & Crafts Movement as artists and founders of Cuala Press. The tour will also feature contemporary architecture by two women-led firms.

This event is sponsored by the Georgetown University Alumni Association Women of Georgetown Initiative.

Explore the James Joyce Centre, a beautiful 18th century townhouse dedicated to the life and work of James Joyce. The Centre is home to original documents and objects from Joyce as well as art exhibitions, interactive guides, and information about Joyce and Dublin.

The pinnacle of John Carroll Weekend, the John Carroll Awards Banquet will take place in the impressive Royal Dublin Society. This year’s black-tie awards banquet will honor the accomplishments of six alumni and one friend of the university. Celebrate this year’s honorees and round out a fantastic weekend!

Start your time in Belfast with a self-guided tour of the Titanic Experience. Built on the slipways where the ship itself was constructed over 100 years ago, Titanic Belfast features nine galleries spread across six floors, mirroring the height of Titanic, as well as interactive exhibitions, an underwater cinema, and gantry rides.

Later, give a nod to Samson & Goliath (Harland and Wolff’s yellow cranes) and head to Hamilton Dock to see Titanic’s little sister, the SS Nomadic, now fully restored and offering a unique time-travel experience.

When you are done seeing the Titanic, you will transfer to a local restaurant, the Cloth Ear, for lunch before being picked up for your Belfast Taxi Tour. Knowledgeable drivers supply an informative history lesson peppered with local tidbits, which reflects on both the city’s intrinsic traditions and tells the story of the Troubles.

Traveling by taxi is also a great way to see the more recent murals livening up Belfast, which celebrate its modern sporting and cultural icons.

Start your time in Kilkenny by experiencing Ireland’s most popular ale and immerse yourself in the story of Smithwick’s 300 years of history and extraordinary brewing innovations.

After your time in Smithwick’s, you will have lunch in the Rive Gauche Restaurant.

After lunch, meet your local guide who will take you on a wonderful walking tour of Kilkenny Castle & town. Kilkenny has a population of 24,000 people and is acclaimed internationally as a center for craft and design. The city is characterized by beautifully restored buildings and winding slipways full of fascinating historical buildings and contemporary shops, design galleries, and restaurants.

Your guide will bring you on an epic journey of Kilkenny’s past followed by a tour of Kilkenny Castle, one of the most magnificent castles in Ireland. Built by the Normans, the castle dominates the ‘High Town’ of Kilkenny City. Over the eight centuries of its existence, many additions and alterations have been made to the fabric of the building, making it a complex structure of various architectural styles.

Close the weekend with Mass concelebrated by Georgetown Jesuits at this historic church, one of the first to be built in Dublin after Catholic Emancipation through the Catholic Relief Act in 1829.