The Irish Center opened in Union Station St. Patrick’s Day 2007. Today, the Center is a hub of Kansas City Irish activities, programs, music, and educational opportunities. The Irish Center includes a modest permanent exhibit on Kansas City’s Irish heritage, online and printed genealogy resources, an Irish resource library, educational and cultural programs and classes, space for traveling exhibits, a “wee” gift shop, a conference room that can accommodate 25 and a space for speakers, small concerts, and special events.