Ancient Order of Hibernians
Organization
Historical note
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH; Irish: Ord Ársa na nÉireannach) is an Irish Catholic fraternal organization founded in 1836, with membership predominantly in the United States. In addition to social events, the organization opposes anti-ethnic bigotry (particularly anti-Irish and anti-Catholic), raises money for charity and disaster relief, and promotes education in Irish history.
Social Networks and Archival Context (SNAC) Identifier
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Boston College collection of the Ancient Order of Hibernians
Collection
Abstract
Materials created by the Irish-American Catholic fraternal order the Ancient Order of Hibernians, including information about Northern Ireland, a ledger, newspaper clippings, and regalia.
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research.
Dates:
1860-1992