Help Build New Jersey's Bronze Shoes Monument

The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh, Essex County Chapter has been selected as the home of the second Global Irish Famine Way Bronze Shoes Monument in the United States.

This permanent memorial will honor the millions affected by An Gorta Mór (The Great Hunger) and the courage of the Irish men, women, and children who left their homeland in search of hope and a new beginning. It will also preserve the stories of Irish immigrants who settled throughout New Jersey, allowing future generations to connect with their remarkable journeys.

As a volunteer-led project, we rely on the generosity of individuals, families, businesses, and organizations to help bring this monument to life.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings us one step closer to creating a lasting tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who came before us.

Together, we can ensure their legacy is never forgotten.