About Us
Building a Dream

The enthusiasm of the Irish community to support the project, both financially and with their own labor, provided the foundation to formalize plans for incorporation, and the appointment of a Building Committee in April of 1971. The name selected for the organization under the articles of incorporation was “The United Irish Cultural Center of San Francisco, Inc.” In February of 1973, the present site was purchased and preparation of the building plans were started.
Membership drives and fundraisers continued up until – and after – the groundbreaking ceremonies of November 11, 1973. On that date, Mayor Joseph Alioto proclaimed “It’s not just a great day for the Irish, it’s a great day for every San Franciscan.” And he was right. Since the UICC opened 15 months later (on March 8, 1975), it has been the center of Irish culture and activity in the City, hosting events of every kind, including weddings, ceilis, boxing, birthday parties, anniversaries, comedy shows, and concerts. None of this could have been accomplished without the thousands of hours donated by those who built and maintained the Center for all these years. Those individuals have provided the younger generations of Irish with a place to gather and celebrate their heritage, and their sacrifices must not be forgotten.
Be a part of the Irish Center story. Become a member; Frequent the bar and restaurant; Visit the Irish Center Library; Contact the UICC to host your next special event; Donate your time. Get involved in Your Center. Doing so will ensure a vibrant Irish Center for generations to come.
Hours of Operation
- Office Hours Fri 10am-12pm
- Hours by Appointment & Special Events only. Check the Events Calendar
- Library Hours vary. Please check the Library page for current hours
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Please contact us during office closures and we will respond ASAP
UICC Board of Directors

Liam Reidy
President

Maggie Overbay
Secretary

Seamus Canning
Board Member at Large

Rebecca Harrington
Board Member at Large

Redmond Lyons
Board Member at Large

Suzie Sheedy
Board Member at Large

Anne Cassidy Carew
Vice President

Josephine Brogan
Board Member at Large

Leo Cassidy
Board Member at Large

Mark Gorman
Board Member at Large

Shannon McAuliffe
Board Member at Large

Jeanne Connolly
Treasurer

Tony Bucher
Board Member at Large

Mark Conroe
Board Member at Large

Kathleen Kraus
Board Member at Large

Kathleen McKeon
Board Member at Large