Are you a Catholic man with Irish heritage?
The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) warmly invites you to join a proud and historic brotherhood committed to celebrating faith, heritage, and community service. Since 1836, the AOH has been the premier Irish Catholic organization in America, fostering connections among men of Irish descent and strengthening the bonds of friendship and unity through shared values and a dedication to service.
Who We Are
We are the local division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), America’s oldest Irish Catholic organization, and we are dedicated to living out the AOH motto of Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity.
Named after Gov. Thomas Burke, North Carolina’s first Irish-born governor, our division celebrates and preserves the rich history of Irish immigrants and their contributions to America.
We aim to:
Serve Our Community: Through charity initiatives like the Hibernian Hunger Project, we work to make a positive impact on those in need.
Strengthen Our Faith: Through communal worship, prayer, and support, we deepen our Catholic faith and live out its teachings in our daily lives.
Preserve Irish Culture: From organizing cultural events to promoting Irish music, dance, and history, we keep our heritage alive for future generations.
What We Do
As part of the Wake County Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), you’ll join in meaningful activities that support our community and honor Irish culture and our Catholic Faith:
Support groups like the Raleigh GAA and An Gorta Mor Memorial Pipes and Drums that help carry on our Irish traditions.
Celebrate Irish Heritage and the Catholic Faith:
March with us in the Raleigh St. Patrick’s Parade.
Attend Mass celebrated by our division chaplain before the parade and on St. Patrick’s Day.
Serve the Community:
Help maintain the gravesite of Gov. Thomas Burke, North Carolina’s first Irish governor.
Volunteer with the Helping Hands Mission in downtown Raleigh, where we renovate a room in this historic building that offers transitional housing to those in need.
Participate in our Food Drive and Turkey Round-Up, which collects over 50 turkeys and other donations every year for the New Bern House.
Preserve Irish Culture:
Help us host and volunteer at community events that celebrate Irish Culture.
Why Should You Join?
Celebrate Your Irish Roots: Connect with others who share your pride in Irish culture and history.
Grow in Your Faith: Strengthen your Catholic faith with a supportive brotherhood.
Make a Difference: Serve your community through impactful charitable works.
Build Lifelong Friendships: Become part of a welcoming network of Irish Catholic men.
Are You Eligible to Join?
To become a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), you must be:
- Of Irish birth or descent
- A practicing Roman Catholic
- A male aged 16 or older