Live Irish Music, Dance Performances, Whiskey Tastings, and More Set for Monday, March 17
DALLAS, TX (March 12, 2025) – In honor of the more than 15,000 Irish laborers who built Titanic in Belfast, Ireland, Titanic: The Exhibition will host a Saint Patrick’s Day celebration on Monday, March 17. This special event will immerse guests in the rich Irish heritage connected to Titanic through a full day of programming, including live Irish music, dance performances, whiskey tastings, and a presentation on the ship’s construction and its Irish workforce.
“The story of Titanic is deeply intertwined with Ireland,” said Tom Zaller, President & CEO of Imagine. “From the skilled laborers in Belfast who built the ship to the many Irish immigrants who embarked on Titanic’s maiden voyage in search of a better life, their legacy is an integral part of this exhibition. We are thrilled to honor that history with this special event.”
Saint Patrick’s Day Programming Highlights:
● Live Music by Kinfolk – A spirited Irish band performing traditional and contemporary Irish tunes.
● Irish Dance Performances – Featuring dancers from the renowned McLane School of Dance.
● Bagpipe Performance by Jared Malone – A moving tribute to Ireland’s musical traditions.
● Whiskey Tastings – Featuring Acre Distillery’s Irish-inspired whiskey from Fort Worth.
● Commemorative Saint Patrick’s Day Photo Opportunity – A special keepsake for guests.
● Presentation: “Steel, Sweat, and Spirit: The Irish Story of Titanic’s Construction” – A talk on the ship’s construction and the 15,000 Irish workers who made it possible.
This Saint Patrick’s Day event comes just one month after Titanic: The Exhibition opened on February 14th. Over 60,000 tickets have been sold to date. The exhibition will run through May 11, 2025. With peak dates selling out quickly, advance ticket purchases are recommended.
Event Details & Ticket Information
Location: Titanic: The Exhibition – Pepper Square, 14902 Preston Road, Dallas, TX
Date: Monday, March 17, 2025
Tickets: Available at www.thetitanicexhibition.com
Press release submitted by Paulette Hopkins, edited for publication in Blue Ribbon News. Courtesy photos.