Cultural Village

The Cultural Village enlightens everyone about Irish History and the Irish in Peoria. Directions to the village are as follows: from the main gate starting by the fountain, follow the river walkway north towards bridge. The Cultural Village is comprised of 2 main attractions: The Magical Ireland Tent and an educational venue called Hedge School. The Magical Ireland Tent has a mystical canvass showing nature and the wee folks and contains a wide variety of the plants and herbs of Ireland.

Cultural Village Vendors and Exhibits

• Adam Probert - Reproduction Antique Coin Jewelry
• Ancient Order of Hibernians Famine Exhibit
• Center for Prevention of Abuse
• Friends of Clonmel Sister City Organization
• Galway Bakers
• Health Solutions
• Hedge School Speakers' Stage
• Entertainer Souvenirs by fountain
• The Irish Grocer - Cold Drinks, Candy, Irish Specialty Foods
• Letters from Ireland Exhibit
• Peoria Area Irish Families Exhibit
• Peoria County Democrats
• Peoria Genealogical Society
• The Peoria Herb Guild
• Literary Tent
• Saint Patrick Society of Peoria
• Ward Irish Music Archives

The Irish Grocer features candy, soda, sausage, teas, and the unexpected. The Ancient Order of Hibernians group sells raffle tickets for its annual "Trip to Ireland" and distributes information about their organization. The AOH features a complete history of the Great Famine and how it changed the world. The Friends of Clonmel features history regarding about our Sister City in Ireland. Ward Irish Music Archives displays pictures and a brief history of the many Irish-Americans that have entertained us since the founding of this country. Learn about the many things the Saint Patrick Society of Peoria does for the Irish and the Peoria area. Membership applications are available.

Contact Beth Haney regarding more on Vendor and Exhibitor Information