Other sizable Irish-American communities include Belle Harbor and Breezy Point, both in Queens. [14][15] Two big Irish communities are Marine Park and neighboring Gerritsen Beach. The Irish have also settled "to a far lesser extent [in] Maspeth, Woodside, and Sunnyside, Queens." [11]

Apr 22, 2024 · Irish neighborhoods in New York City have a rich history dating to the 19th century. They have thrived and evolved, preserving their heritage while embracing the city’s opportunities. I’ve made a list of the top Irish neighborhoods in NYC, analyzing their historical context, background, and significance for the city of New York.

Aug 8, 2023 · Along with Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia, New York City is among the major US cities known for having attracted Irish immigrants over the years. Even among those cities, New York is probably the one that attracts the most fresh-off-the-boat, or plane, expats today.

Apr 5, 2018 · Thousands of people who left Ireland came to New York City seeking a new life. Irish immigrants chose New York because most of the population spoke English and it was easier to acclimate. Neighborhoods initially settled by Irish immigrants included: Bay Ridge; Windsor Terrace; Park Slope; Breezy Point; Point Lookout; Pearl River

May 14, 2009 · There are many places in New York City in which Irish Immigrants lived but there are four specific neighborhoods renowned for the impact the Irish had and continue to have there. These neighborhoods, Woodlawn, Inwood, Hell's Kitchen and Woodhaven have contributed greatly to the citywide diverse culture by bringing their irish practices and ...

Dec 16, 2022 · The Little Ireland neighborhood in the Bronx is one of the only Irish enclaves in New York City that still attracts recent Irish immigrants. The neighborhood has a mix of Irish-American...

Sunnyside and Woodside are both still very Irish. Plenty of new immigrants too not just Irish-Americans. As well as Woodlawn, Bronx. Woodside and Sunnyside Irish have dramatically dwindled and continue to. The neighborhood has changed …

Jan 3, 2025 · 4 Irish Neighborhoods in New York City. New York’s Irish immigrants initially settled in neighborhoods like the Five Points in Lower Manhattan, known for its high concentration of Irish residents in the 19th century. Over time, they expanded to other boroughs, creating strongholds in …

Feb 3, 2023 · Untapped New York took a look at 20 of the most populous (and popular) ethnic micro-neighborhoods across the five boroughs, many of which only developed in the last 2 to 3 decades. 20. Little...

Jun 26, 2024 · While there are several neighborhoods with a strong Irish presence, one area that stands out is Woodlawn Heights in the Bronx. Located on the border of Woodlawn and Yonkers, this neighborhood is often referred to as New York’s “Little Ireland.”