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culture1 year ago

"The Legacy of Irish Emigration: A Testament to the Emerald Isle's Resilience"

The EPIC Museum in Dublin celebrates the history of Irish emigration, highlighting the significant contributions of the Irish diaspora worldwide, including athletes, entertainers, inventors, and authors. With more than 30 million Americans claiming Irish ancestry, the museum also tells the story of the peak of Irish emigration during the mid-1800s famine, while emphasizing the positive impact of Irish emigration and the pride of Irish cultural exports. The museum offers visitors the opportunity to explore their own Irish roots through the Irish Family History Centre, showcasing the powerful story of contribution and adaptation from a small island with a rich history of emigration.

arts-and-entertainment2 years ago

"Tupac Shakur Street Renamed in Oakland"

Oakland is renaming a street after the late rapper Tupac Shakur, who once lived on MacArthur Boulevard by Lake Merritt. The street will be marked with commemorative plaques and signs to celebrate Shakur's cultural contributions and remind people of his impact on Oakland. Shakur was one of the most influential rappers of all time, selling over 75 million records worldwide. He was fatally shot in 1996 at the age of 25. The timeline for the street renaming is currently unknown.