2026 Plymouth County Tri-Chamber Conference & Sister County Welcome Recepti

A day celebrating Plymouth County’s Sister County partnership, business connections, Irish-American heritage, and the 2026 Pikeman Awards. Celebrating Business, Friendship & the Bonds Between Plymouth County and Ireland Join business, civic, cultural, and community leaders on Friday, November 13, 2026, for a special day celebrating regional collaboration, Irish-American heritage, and the enduring connections between Plymouth County and Ireland. The day will bring together three distinct experiences at three of Plymouth's landmark venues, culminating in the Sister County Welcome Dinner and presentation of the 2026 Pikeman Awards. Plymouth County Tri-Chamber of Commerce Conference 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Plimoth Patuxet Museums 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA The day begins with the Plymouth County Tri-Chamber of Commerce Conference, bringing together business and community leaders from across Plymouth County to strengthen regional connections and explore opportunities for collaboration. VIP Experience at Pilgrim Hall Museum Check-In: 4:30 PM | Program: 5:00 PM Plimoth Patuxet Museums 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA The evening begins with an exclusive VIP experience at Plimouth Patuxet Museum featuring open bar and hors d'oeuvres and a special presentation by Dr. Donna Curtin on the Sparrow-Hawk vessel. VIP Experience tickets are $250 and include admission to the Sister County Welcome Dinner and 2026 Pikeman Awards immediately following the reception. Sister County Welcome Dinner & 2026 Pikeman Awards Check-In: 6:00 PM | Dinner: 6:30 PM Plimoth Patuxet Museums 137 Warren Avenue, Plymouth, MA The evening with the Sister County Welcome Dinner, celebrating friendship, community, and the growing connections between Plymouth County and Ireland. A highlight of the evening will be the presentation of the 2026 Pikeman Awards. The Pikeman Awards recognize individuals whose leadership, service, and commitment strengthen the bonds between Ireland and Irish America and advance the ideals and causes important to our shared heritage. 2026 Pikeman Award Honorees 🇮🇪 Irishman of the Year Congressman William Keating Congressman Keating is being recognized for his longstanding commitment to Ireland and the U.S.-Ireland relationship, including his work concerning Northern Ireland, the consequences of Brexit, and the continuing importance of the Good Friday Agreement. 🇮🇪 Irishwoman of the Year Síghle FitzGerald, Consul General of Ireland in Boston Consul General FitzGerald is being honored for her exceptional engagement with Irish and Irish-American communities throughout New England and her commitment to strengthening connections between Ireland and communities across the South Shore. Each honoree will receive the Pikeman Award, a statuette inspired by the iconic Pikeman monument in County Wexford. The Pikeman symbolizes courage, determination, sacrifice, and service to a cause greater than oneself. Tickets VIP Experience + Welcome Dinner — $250 Includes the 5:00 PM VIP reception at Plimouth Patuxet Museum and admission to the Sister County Welcome Dinner & Pikeman Awards Sister County Welcome Dinner — $100 Includes admission to the 6:30 PM dinner and 2026 Pikeman Awards at Plimouth Patuxet Museum Program Advertising & Sponsorship Businesses, organizations, and individuals are invited to support the event through program advertising and sponsorship opportunities. The commemorative program will be distributed in connection with the day's events and will recognize the organizations and individuals helping make this celebration possible. Program advertising opportunities begin at $100, with exclusive premium sponsorship opportunities available. Advertising Deadline: Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM Print-ready advertisements should be emailed to [email protected]. Building Connections. Honoring Heritage. Strengthening Communities.