The Kerry Association in New York has announced Dr Elizabeth Stack as its 2026 Kerry Person of the Year.
Dr Stack is a distinguished historian, educator, and museum leader, originally from Listowel, who is currently the Education Director at the Celtic Junction Arts Centre in Minnesota.
Dr Stack has been announced as the Kerry Person of the Year in recognition of her outstanding contributions to Irish and Irish/American history, culture, and community life.
The Kerry Association of New York is a non-profit organisation dedicated to keeping the people of Kerry connected through culture, community and charitable support.
Dr Stack will be honoured at the association’s annual fundraiser dinner at Lake Isle Country Club in Eastchester, New York, on 20th March.